Incorporating STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) activities into early childhood education is essential for fostering curiosity, creativity, and critical thinking skills in young minds. Daycare centers are the perfect setting to introduce children to these concepts in a fun and engaging way. Here are some STEM-tastic activities that daycare providers can use to ignite […]
Playful learning is an educational approach that combines the power of play with intentional learning experiences to promote children’s cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. It is a scientifically supported approach to early childhood education that recognizes the importance of play in the learning process. Here are some key concepts from the science of playful
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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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