Furman University Child Development Center

I was at the CDC today to see the two Eastern Phoebe fledglings fly! They hatched above the emergency lights at the front door.

It’s Summer! What “research” are you doing this Summer? Share pictures in the comments…past and present CDC family! We miss you.

Spring in the Garden Clemson Extension

A great time was had by all at the CDC End of the Year Picnic today!

Bikewell Bear was there to cheer us on at Trike-a-thon today! Great riding everyone!

There is still time to make your donation to “Little Furman” before midnight tonight! Furman CDC is educating our youngest learners in inquiry, fostering curiosity about the world around them, and preparing them to be life-long learners. Help us celebrate the value of high quality early childhood education on our campus and ensure that quality continues for years to come.

Dins Day 2024 Join me and make a gift during our 10th annual Dins Day... Together for Furman Students!

Today’s the Day! We would love your support for Furman CDC!

On Tuesday, Furman is celebrating it's 10th Dins Day, an opportunity to ensure that the university continues to be a place of excellence and engaged learning for students from age 3 to 93+. Furman CDC celebrates 50 years this fall, so what better time to designate a gift to the Furman Child Development Center. Join me!

Dins Day 2024 Join me and make a gift during our 10th annual Dins Day... Together for Furman Students!

We had a wonderful Week of the Young Child at Furman CDC. Thanks for celebrating with us! The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) South Carolina Association for the Education of Young Children (SCAEYC)

It's Family Friday and today we celebrate YOU! You are your child's first and most important teacher! We are thankful for you and for your partnership with your child's teachers at the Furman CDC. What is a favorite activity you do as a family? Share a story or photo in the comments to be entered into today's drawing. Post by 10:00 pm!

It's Artsy Thursday! We are celebrating all day at the CDC with process art activities. Do you enjoy doing art at home? Share a photo of one of your child's art activities or you and your child engaging in art together for a chance to win an artsy prize! Post by 10:00 pm to be entered into today's drawing.

It's Work Together Wednesday! Collaboration and cooperation are important skills we work on at school each day. How does your family work together? Share a story or photo in the comments for a chance at a fun prize. Post by 10:00 pm to be entered in today's drawing.

It's Tasty Tuesday! What do you like to cook together as a family? What is a favorite family meal? Share in the comments for a chance to win a food themed prize. Comment by 10:00 pm to be entered in today's drawing.

We are celebrating the Week of the Young Child at Furman CDC and today is Music Monday! How do you enjoy music at home with your family? Share your favorite ways to make music and/or a picture of you and your child making music together for a chance to win a musical prize courtesy of Kindermusik at Piano Central Studios. Post by 10:00pm tonight for a chance to win.

The Week of the Young Child begins tomorrow! Governor McMaster issued a proclamation proclaiming April 6-12, 2024 as The Week of the Young Child! Share it widely! You can also find it on our website (www.scaeyc.org). The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)

For the last month, we studied Stone Soup as our fable, learning that sharing is always a good idea. This week, the children shared an ingredient and all together (along with three stones) they made a wonderful Stone Soup. Today we got to eat it! Yum, yum, yum!!

Tonight was our Spring Parent/Teacher Book Club meeting to discuss the book Unselfie by Michele Borba, Ed.D. Great food, fun conversation, and thoughtful discussion. If you are a CDC parent, plan to join us next time!

The CDC teachers did some Growth and Development training today! It is always good to take time for our own learning and reflection.

March in the Outdoor Classroom.

Yesterday, the Birds participated in the Great Backyard Bird Count. They were prepared with their birdwatching tools and knowledge of the many birds that visit our feeders daily. It was a great experience.

January 29th was National Puzzle Day! The Birds explored puzzles of all types and took the opportunity to make some bird puzzles.

Our fable for the last couple of weeks has been The Dog and His Reflection. We are exploring symmetry and mirror images as part of our investigation.

Check out this opportunity for Monday with one of our CDC parents!

I've made a beautiful list of songs and music activities celebrating community, peace and colors. I hope you can join us Monday morning at Swamp Rabbit Cafe and Grocery!

Advance registration is recommended for this one to insure a spot. Classes often fill up when school is out. Use the link in the comments or look under “Events” on the Swamp Rabbit Cafe website. 🎶🌈🎶🌈9:30am (1~3yrs) & 10:45am (3~7yrs)
Siblings of all ages welcome.
Sibling discount.
Coffee and pastry include with full price registration.

It’s Gingerbread Friends Day at the CDC! Pajamas and gingerbread…a winning combination. Lots of fun.

Today we had a visit from PlusPlus. We got to play with new products and had a great time! Thanks, Plus-Plus USA.