Northshire Day School

06/12/2026

Introducing... A BEARY FUN SUMMER SERIES! 🧸🎉

We are excited to officially announce a brand new summer event series at the Vermont Teddy Bear Factory in Shelburne! A collaboration between , , and !

Join us this summer for THREE family-friendly community events celebrating local brands, shopping, food, music, activities, and summer fun in Vermont.

EVENT LINEUP

☀️ Hello Summer Party
Saturday, June 27 | 10AM–2PM

🏖️ Beary Fun Beach Party
Saturday, July 18 | 10AM–2PM

🎂 Birthday Bash!
Celebrating 45 Years of Vermont Teddy Bear & 35 Years of Vermont Flannel!
Saturday, August 8 | 80’s Party: 11AM–3PM | 90’s Party & Bar: 5PM–9PM

We can’t wait to celebrate summer, community, and Vermont businesses with all of you!

Interested in becoming a vendor, sponsor, or participating business? Reach out to Local Maverick to learn more.

📍 Vermont Teddy Bear Factory
Shelburne, Vermont

🎟️ Learn more + get FREE tickets at the link in bio!

More info to come soon!

06/12/2026

Touch-A-Truck is coming to Northshire Civic Center again! Not your typical "car show". This event gives children and adults a hands-on experience interacting with vehicles of all shapes and sizes while getting to know many local businesses and organizations. Email [email protected] if you're interested in bringing a vehicle or being a vendor. Or stop by the Cota & Cota Oil office at 2332 Depot Street, Manchester VT.

06/11/2026

🖐️ Fine Motor Milestones: Why They Matter (Birth to Age 3)

Did you know that fine motor skills are an important part of your child's overall development? Fine motor skills involve the small muscles in the hands, fingers, and wrists that help children explore, play, learn, and eventually complete everyday tasks independently.

✨ Birth–12 Months

Brings hands to mouth
Reaches for and grasps toys
Transfers objects from one hand to the other
Uses thumb and fingers to pick up small items (pincer grasp)

✨ 12–24 Months

Points to objects of interest
Turns pages in a board book
Begins scribbling with crayons
Stacks a few blocks
Uses fingers to feed themselves

✨ 24–36 Months

Builds tower
Strings large beads
Uses crayons and markers with more control
Turns doorknobs and opens containers
Begins using child-safe scissors with assistance

🌟 Why Are Fine Motor Skills Important?
Fine motor development lays the foundation for many daily activities, including:
✔️ Feeding themselves
✔️ Dressing and un******ng
✔️ Playing with toys
✔️ Holding crayons, markers, and pencils
✔️ Developing early writing skills
✔️ Building independence and confidence

💡 Easy Ways to Support Fine Motor Development

Play with blocks and stacking toys
Offer opportunities to color and scribble
Use play dough to strengthen little hands
Practice picking up small items (with supervision)
Read books and encourage page turning
Engage in finger plays and songs

Remember, every child develops at their

06/03/2026

Vermont Institute of Natural Science (VINS) is visiting today with playful programs teaching about frogs, woodpeckers, and more. What fun!

06/02/2026

06/02/2026

The mouthwatering smell of grilled chicken is filling the Northshire Day School campus today as Chef Andrew and Chef Tammy fire up the grill for lunch!

Students (and several delighted staff!) are enjoying freshly grilled chicken shawarma served with delicious turmeric rice, crisp lettuce, tomatoes, and cucumbers, plus a refreshing fruit salad to round out the meal.

06/01/2026

Are you a creemee person or a fro-yo person? Either way, June’s Harvest of the Month (Dairy) is here to beat the heat and satisfy your cravings. Dairy is a versatile crop that we rely on to produce all kinds of products, from sweet treats like ice cream and whipped cream, to others like cheese, yogurt, and butter.

You can find resources for this month's harvest at vermontharvestofthemonth.org.