Summer Camp Summer is fast approaching. Soon, your child or children will be out of school and amped up to enjoy the warm summer weather and all the fun activities it can bring. However, from experience you may know that after a few weeks of summer fun the “I am bored” declarations start. On top […]
Preschool Math
March 2, 2016 By
Preschool Math When a child starts preschool, they are invited into a whole new world of learning and exploration. The preschool environment is a place where they begin to learn the basics of what they will later learn in grade school. The preschool curriculum includes learning the alphabet and simple reading, learning to play and […]
PLAYGROUND SAFETY
February 28, 2016 By
Playground Safety Boo-boos happen. They are a nearly unavoidable part of childhood. And as every parent knows, children are more likely to get hurt at play than at rest. It is just a fact of life. And every teacher knows that the children in their care are more likely to get hurt on the playground […]
Kindergarten Readiness: Is My Child Ready For Kindergarten?
January 24, 2016 By
Kindergarten Readiness Since birth, your child has been soaking up a lot of knowledge. Much of this knowledge isn’t taught in schools. Though we may not think of it in these terms, something as seemingly simple as learning to crawl and then taking those first steps requires both a tremendous amount of biological development, growth […]
The Benefits of Preschool Programs
January 2, 2016 By
The Benefits of Preschool Programs Academic research and studies into healthy child development has continued to record the positive impact that preschool programs have on the development of children. The developmental benefits are not just academic. Preschool programs have been shown to impact nearly every area of a child’s life, learning and development, even many […]
Winter Safety Tips For Kids
November 15, 2015 By
Winter Safety Tips for Kids Though it can sometimes be very cold and nasty, depending on where you live, winter can offer you and your family a variety of fun outdoor activities and experiences that rival those of the summer months. From snowball fights to snowboarding and skiing trips, no matter what you plan for, […]
The Importance of Hand Washing in Child Care
October 6, 2015 By
The Importance of Hand Washing in Child Care As a parent, one of the things you may find yourself worrying about a lot is the health of your child. You are often overwhelmed by the constant reports of illnesses and “bugs” going around and want to find ways to prevent your child from becoming sick. […]
Tips to Calm Nerves Before Starting Preschool
September 26, 2015 By
Tips to Calm Nerves Before Starting Preschool For both parents and their children, starting preschool is an exciting milestone that brings great joy and pride. But, for both parents and children, the first day can also arrive with some anxieties. The start of preschool is likely the first time parent and child have been separated […]
Child Care Safety
July 25, 2015 By
Child Care Safety When taking care of children, we can recognize that boo-boos happen. While injuries and accidents are a part of growing up when you’re a kid, ideally we minimize the severity and frequency of accidents in order to keep the children happy and healthy. Our job is to prevent injuries and promote child […]