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February 11, 2019

Emphasizing Cultural Understanding: Why Focus on Diverse Preschool Classrooms

According to experts, the cultural representation within the classroom can have a huge impact on the values of young students and even how their brains develop. Here's why diversity is so important for preschool children.

February 5, 2019

Top 3 Reasons to Send Your Child to Daycare

A great day care center can make a huge difference for your family, providing peace of mind for you and your partner and a fun, safe, and educational opportunity for your child.

January 9, 2019

At a Loss for Childcare? Consider These Options

Instead of plopping a child in front of the TV or a tablet, organized programs can keep kids active and learning in these important, formative years of childhood development.

December 13, 2018

The Secret Benefits Of Storytelling In Daycare And Preschool

Having a quality preschool education or daycare program can be essential to your child’s future. In fact, 80% of children who participated in preschool programs outperformed their peers who did not participate in high-quality early care and education programs. Finding a high-quality preschool program with developmentally significant daycare activities is […]

December 10, 2018

Choosing a Preschool: Program Philosophies Explained

Choosing a good preschool program often comes down to whether that program's philosophy lines up with your own as a parent. In today's post, we'll discuss some of the most common preschool program philosophies you'll come across.

December 4, 2018

Germs and Daycare: Do They Have to Go Hand-in-Hand?

It's certainly true that many children experience an uptick in colds and other illnesses once they start going to daycare or even preschool. But there are things parents and staff members can do to alleviate these health risks.

Preschool music class showing importance of preschool music education programs in the curriculum

November 1, 2018

Making Music: How Early Music Education Benefits Your Preschooler

Early exposure to music has repeatedly shown immense benefits for preschoolers, toddlers and even infants. Here is why a preschool music curriculum is so essential:

Preschool children playing dress up, which is important for education and development

October 22, 2018

How Playing Dress-Up Can Actually Help Your Child Learn

Dressing up in costumes is not just for Halloween and playdates - it also has great developmental value for preschoolers and toddlers.

Preschool teacher promoting STEM & STEAM learning through science lessons

October 17, 2018

STEM & STEAM for Preschoolers? The Benefits of Early Science Lessons

With the increased focus on STEM (or STEAM) in our high schools and grade schools, we take a closer look at why the best preschool programs promote a focus on science lessons early on.

School lunch box for preschooler or toddler kids with healthy food in the form of funny faces

October 11, 2018

5 Preschool Lunch-Packing Tips for Busy Parents (and Picky Kids!)

Looking for quick, stress-free lunch ideas for your preschooler or toddler? Here are a few quick ideas to improve your (and your child's) life.

Articles

Emphasizing Cultural Understanding: Why Focus on Diverse Preschool Classrooms

Top 3 Reasons to Send Your Child to Daycare

At a Loss for Childcare? Consider These Options

The Secret Benefits Of Storytelling In Daycare And Preschool

Choosing a Preschool: Program Philosophies Explained

Germs and Daycare: Do They Have to Go Hand-in-Hand?

Making Music: How Early Music Education Benefits Your Preschooler

How Playing Dress-Up Can Actually Help Your Child Learn

STEM & STEAM for Preschoolers? The Benefits of Early Science Lessons

5 Preschool Lunch-Packing Tips for Busy Parents (and Picky Kids!)

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