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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.

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.

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.

September 27, 2018

The Benefits of Puppet Play Theater For Preschoolers

Learn about the profound effects that playing puppets can have on a preschooler or toddler's development.

Colored Digits Set made of Plastic Toy Blocks (Lego) Isolated on White Background

September 20, 2018

Skills Your Child Will Learn From LEGO Play

LEGO's are more than just colorful, fun childhood toys. Learn how they can have benefits in a child's learning and development.

August 15, 2018

What Is Interdisciplinary Learning and Why is It Important in Preschool?

Interdisciplinary learning is a concept based around the fact that every child learns differently, and thus a well-rounded curriculum that incorporates multiple disciplines and learning styles at once provides the best opportunity for a child's development.

July 5, 2018

Why Summer Day Camps Are So Beneficial For Preschoolers

During the summer months, it's important that a young child’s learning and growth do not take a summer break. From social skills to self-esteem to physical activity and intellectual challenges, a quality summer day camp for preschool and grade school children can have tremendous benefits for your child's development.

October 10, 2017

Playing Pretend: The Importance Of Dramatic Play In Early Childhood Education

A good preschool program features caring and experienced staff members, a safe environment, and all sorts of activities that aid in the development of mental, emotional, and social skills for students. One such activity is dramatic play.

Child Development

Emphasizing Cultural Understanding: Why Focus on Diverse Preschool Classrooms

Top 3 Reasons to Send Your Child to Daycare

The Secret Benefits Of Storytelling In Daycare And Preschool

Choosing a Preschool: Program Philosophies Explained

How Playing Dress-Up Can Actually Help Your Child Learn

The Benefits of Puppet Play Theater For Preschoolers

Skills Your Child Will Learn From LEGO Play

What Is Interdisciplinary Learning and Why is It Important in Preschool?

Why Summer Day Camps Are So Beneficial For Preschoolers

Playing Pretend: The Importance Of Dramatic Play In Early Childhood Education

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