New school supplies, new clothes, new teachers, new friends… There is a lot that’s new and exciting about the first day of school. But what’s not exciting? Dusting the cobwebs off the knowledge and skills from the month of May. Adults can all remember the frustration of recalling last year’s educational skills. While it’s important […]
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If you’re considering putting your child in daycare, you may be wondering when is the best time to enroll. While Penguin Crossing Academy takes children as young as six weeks, most pediatricians consider six months to be the youngest beneficial age to enroll an infant in daycare. Parents of early preschool children (around the age
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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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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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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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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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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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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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Adults all know that toddlers and young children have an abundance of energy. Many parents must find ways for their children to burn off excess energy, like taking them to the park or enrolling them in a sport. But as children get a little older, they may turn to technology, games, or reading for entertainment
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All parents instinctively know there are benefits of reading to our children, but it’s hard to find time to read in the rush of the day! Between your job, social engagements, grocery shopping, sports practice, homework, and household duties, reading seems more of an inconvenience than a delight. However, research shows how important it is
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