Early experiences shape a child’s future. Research shows that children thrive when their parents are active participants in their education leading to better learning outcomes, greater confidence, and a lifelong love of learning.
As we celebrate National Business Women’s Week, we take the opportunity to highlight the incredible accomplishments of women in business, both in the past and today, starting with our very own Quality Assurance Coordinator, Amanda Key!
As the crisp autumn air settles in, October arrives with its vivid colors and promises of change. It’s not just about pumpkins and spooky decorations—it’s also a month rich with historical moments that have significantly shaped the field of education.
As we kick off the month of August at Creative Corner, we’re excited to share our latest theme with you: Camping Adventure! This month, we will be immersing the children in the joys and wonders of camping, using the engaging FunShine Express curriculum.
Physical activity is a crucial aspect of early childhood development, offering a multitude of benefits for preschool children and toddlers. Not only does it lay the foundation for a healthy lifestyle, but it also plays a significant role in the overall growth and well-being of young children. In this blog post, we’ll explore why physical activity is so important for this age group.
Reading is primarily concerned with receiving meaning through words, and that process begins with the spoken word. When children have meaningful language experiences, they build up a vocabulary bank that will be extremely helpful as they decode words and attempt to comprehend text.
As a dedicated parent, you naturally want your child to succeed. When it comes to early childhood education, the chances are that you’ve already introduced your toddler to subjects like reading, science and maybe even math. However, did you know that introducing children to art from a young age can improve their overall academic achievement? Check out the following ways that art can boost your child’s development at preschool.
Preschool children crave time with their parents and older siblings, and it is a great opportunity to bond with your child while teaching skills that will be an integral part of their life for years to come.
While science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) subjects grow into complicated fields of study, your child starts learning the basics from the moment they come into the world.
Looking for a fun activity for children to explore and make discoveries? Sensory bins foster creative and critical thinking, train sensual observation, strengthen vocabulary, and encourage the development of fine motor skills in young children. The best part of sensory bins is that you can make a variety of them to enhance your children’s active play at home, using materials you may already have on hand.
Early childhood is arguably the most important time during any child’s education. During the toddler and preschool years, children learn the basic skills that create the foundation which will support their future education and development. Positive experiences in school and child care during this time in your child’s life establish a springboard which will launch them into grade school with a good attitude, excitement for learning, and the social skills to make friends and confidently join groups.
Children seem to love nothing more than running around outside — enjoying the fresh air and perhaps jumping in a water puddle or two. Why does this seem to fulfill something that is missing for them?
Spending time cuddling with your child can be one of the most beautiful and impactful parts of your day. What better way to have a snuggle than when you’re reading to your child? There are many known benefits of reading to young children, such as helping increase their concentration and boost early reading abilities. Plus, you and your little ones will both appreciate the closeness and time together as you experience new ideas through their eyes for the very first time. Here are some of the key benefits of reading to even the youngest of children.
For young children, most of what they learn comes during playtime, in addition to structured educational activities. Studies have shown that young children see learning and play as one in the same – not separate activities. Perhaps the way they view the world and interact within it makes it this way because nearly everything a young child does is a new experience and an opportunity to learn.