When it comes to early childhood education, we all want a world where your child’s giggles echo off the walls of their daycare, their tiny hands craft masterpieces, and their bright eyes gleam with curiosity. A world where they hop in the car overflowing with stories of all the awesome things they did that day. […]
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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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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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Every parent wants to keep their child safe. Parents have the greatest control over their child’s safety when they are with them, but parents can’t be with their children all the time. You want to have a responsible childcare team that keeps your child safe at all times. But what makes a childcare center safe?
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Safety should be a top priority for any parent placing their children in the care of other adults. The childcare workers should be background checked, competent, and caring, and each classroom should be clean and child-proofed. How do you know whether your childcare facility is safe for your child? The best way is to ensure
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Let’s face it: not all daycares are the same. Some daycares only meet the bare minimum state standards, while others go above and beyond to provide the safest, cleanest, most educational space possible. Every parent wants their child enrolled in a high-quality daycare. But what are the defining characteristics of quality childcare? Here are three
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