Simple Steps to Help Little Hands Do Big Things “I do it!” The phrase shouted out at helpful parents, teachers, daycare and childcare workers alike from the grumpy toddler who absolutely thinks they can zip their coat themselves. 15 minutes and an entire emotional roller coaster later, they are finally happily zipped and ready to […]
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A Not-So-Tiny Storm There is no fury like a toddler who was given the ‘wrong’ cup. Every parent, caregiver, daycare teacher or early childhood educator knows that while toddlers might be tiny, their tantrums are not. While this can be a frustrating experience and some days can feel like you are walking on eggshells,
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Preschool-Aged Children and the All-Important Nap If you’ve ever tried reasoning with a overtired, cranky preschooler who is in need of a nap, you already know that naps aren’t just a luxury—they’re essential. During the early years of their development, a daily nap is more than a little rest break for children (and their
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From those sweet first babbles and gurgles to the thrilling first use of your name, speech and language development in your little one is one of the most exciting and important parts of early childhood. Harvard University found that children who develop strong language skills in earlier years tend to perform better academically, are more
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