Benefits of Childcare

The Vital Role of Parents in the Infant-Toddler Classroom

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The world of childcare is a dynamic and transformative realm where the active involvement of parents and families can make a world of difference in an infant-toddler daycare classroom.  Families and daycare centers collaborate to create an enriching environment for infants and toddlers to grow and learn safely. Research consistently underscores the importance of family […]

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Sweet Dreams & Bright Futures: The Significance of Rest for Preschoolers

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In the bustling world of early childhood education, the importance of naps and rest period for preschoolers cannot be overstated. These essential moments of repose play a pivotal role in shaping a child’s physical and cognitive development leading to a brighter and more vibrant education experience throughout their life. Physical & Cognitive Benefits Preschoolers are

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What Makes a Daycare Stand Out? The 5 Best Factors to Search For

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When it comes to the care and development of our children, picking the right daycare is a monumental decision for any parent. You know how crucial a role that early childhood education can play in your toddler’s development, so you want the center that best allows their little mind and body to flourish. But there

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What Is the Best Age to Send a Child to Daycare?

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Whether you’re a parent or pediatrician, there are many opinions on what age is best for a child to begin attending daycare. Some believe the earlier, the better, so there’s less separation anxiety. Others believe that sending the child to daycare when he is older allows for proper parental bonding. There are a dozen other

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How Do I know if my Toddler Likes Daycare? Some Thoughtful Signs for Parents

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Early Childhood Education can be a challenging time for parents, especially when trying to understand how your child feels about their daycare environment. How can a toddler who can barely talk, share how they feel about the place they spend a large amount of their time? And of course you as a parent, don’t want

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Why Children Need Math Skills Before Reading Skills

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Most parents know that reading to their children will benefit their future academics. However, new research indicates that math skills are more important than reading in predicting future academic success. In fact, experts are now advising that early math skills should take priority in early childhood classrooms over reading. Here is what the research studies

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How Many Days of Daycare is Best? 5 Essential Thoughts

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Many parents expecting to send their children to childcare grapple with a very important question:  Full-Time or Part-Time?  Or, to put it another way, How many Days of Daycare is Best?  It’s an important question with a myriad of factors to consider. Most Daycares prefer for their children to come Full-Time, that is to say, during

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How Science Benefits Young Children

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Children are born ready to understand the world around them. As they grow, they become more and more capable of pushing and pulling objects, rolling and bouncing balls, and asking questions.  While children can learn many scientific concepts on their own (like gravity and buoyancy), adults can aid in satisfying and growing their curiosity. Further,

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