Preschoolers often experience separation anxiety as they navigate the transition from the safety of home to the excitement of preschool. While separation anxiety is a normal part of development, parents can play a crucial role in helping their preschoolers cope with this challenging phase. In this blog post, we’ll explore 12 effective ways parents can […]
The transition to childcare can be a significant milestone for both parents and young children. While it offers valuable opportunities for socialization and learning, it can also trigger anxiety for the child. As a parent, understanding and addressing childcare-related anxiety is essential for your child’s well-being. In this blog post, we’ll explore practical strategies to
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Daycare centers provide a safe and nurturing environment where children can grow, learn, and play while their parents or caregivers are at work or otherwise occupied. While each daycare may have its unique schedule, a typical day in daycare centers generally follows a structured routine that supports children’s development and well-being. In this blog post,
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A good childcare philosophy is a key element for a childcare center in nurturing and educating young children. It serves as a foundation for decision-making, planning, and interactions with children, families, and staff. A well-defined childcare philosophy is crucial for maintaining a consistent and high-quality standard of care. Here are key elements that we think
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Choosing the right daycare can be a challenging task for parents. The number of things to consider when making this decision can seem like a daunting task, but we thought we could compile a list of things that you can look for to help make your job easier. Here are some factors to consider when
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Trying to find the right local daycare or preschool for your family can take a lot of time and research. Factors you might consider are class sizes, teacher retention rate, and age-appropriate curriculums or learning programs. One of the biggest factors that you should consider is parent reviews as well. Parent reviews speak so much
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Starting at a new daycare can be a tough transition for kids, especially if it’s their first time. There are things that you can do to make your family’s daycare transition easier in the long run, though. Below are four of our recommendations to help your child adjust to their new daycare routine more smoothly.
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Play can teach children so much! And while play in general is beneficial to childhood development, there are some toys and activities that you can give your kids that enhance their learning and development while they have fun! Toys That Aid in Early Childhood Development Legos and Blocks Playing with Legos and blocks is
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Kids can learn so many amazing skills when they are in a caring, quality childcare setting! These skills not only benefit them in the now, but they lay foundations to build on as they continue to grow and branch out in their lives, activities, and personalities. Let’s check out 4 positive life skills children learn
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The word “preschool” can bring many things to mind, but oftentimes people think of it as merely a daycare or babysitter for 3–5 year-olds. As a former preschool teacher, I’ve heard all the questions: “What do they ‘learn’ all day? How to nap? How to play? What benefit would preschool have for my son or
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