While we tend to attribute impatience to children, everyone struggles with patience to a certain degree. Our fast-paced, instant-gratification culture usually allows us to avoid waiting for things we want. Children are already prone to impatience. It’s no surprise that children these days, surrounded by instant gratification, usually lack patience. However, everyone would agree that […]
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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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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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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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Children of every age love to color, paint, draw, cut, and glue. And often, the messier the project, the better! Should art for young children be seen as just a mess, or is there a developmental reason for the chaos? Luckily, research shows that channeling a child’s creativity through art has many positive benefits for
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If you’re having trouble choosing a childcare option, you’re not alone! There are many quality childcare options in the Lewis Center area. You must weigh many factors, such as location, cost, and schedule. Let’s take a look at how daycare and home childcare compare. Location: Daycare vs. Home Childcare Everyone has different preferences for an
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Choosing a childcare option can be overwhelming. If you’re comparing daycare and home childcare, here are a few main differences. What Is Daycare? Daycares are usually larger businesses, with classrooms divided by age. Many daycares have classrooms divided into infant (0-12 months), toddler (12-24 months), two’s, three’s/pre-K, kindergarten, and school-aged children. Depending on enrollment, classes
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When someone else is watching your child, it’s easy to wonder what occupies your child’s time. Are they learning? Getting physical activity? Making friends? Eating nutritious meals? Here’s what your child experiences at Penguin Crossing Academy. Special Activities Just like adults, children want to try new and exciting things. That’s why our teachers provide a
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