The Holidays are a beautiful time of family meals and gatherings, but also, often, a lot of waiting, new environments, and sometimes long stretches of travel or sitting still. For little ones who haven’t fully developed their self-control and patience, this can be a lot to ask. With a bit of preparation, these wonderful holiday […]
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Gratitude is one of the most important lessons we can teach in children, no matter where they are learning–daycare, childcare, or at home! More than simple manners, gratitude helps children pay attention to kindness, build empathy and even have and express joy. In early childhood education, parents, teachers, and caregivers alike can set the stage
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Halloween Safety Tips for Your Preschooler Halloween is a festive night of costumers, candy, and the thrill of being up past bedtime and after dark! While trick or treating and festivities can be a bowl of fun, especially with some simple safety tools ready to rock for the big night. Below are some easy-to-implement tips that
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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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In today’s society it is hard to think that playing by yourself can be anything more than lonely. In reality, this independent play is a powerhouse of early development. Picture your child happily building a block tower alone, deep in thought while coloring, or even creating games of their own with stuffed animals. These
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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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Consistent Morning Routines Make a Difference There’s nothing quite like hastily herding everyone out the door while running through the mental checklist of ‘to do’s’: “Has everyone eaten?” “Are shoes on feet?” “Have backpacks been packed and water bottles filled?”…the list goes on. Then to send children off to school and head to the next
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The Essential Nature of Snacks Snacks are life. Every parent of a young child or early childhood educator knows this. More than a means to survive a trip to the doctors office, a cart-confining grocery trip or a long car ride, snacks are an opportunity to further nourish your child. Preschoolers especially are very active
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