Parent Resources

  • This child is enjoying the pool with the help of her parents' water safety tips.

    April 25, 2025

    Enjoy the Pool with Child Water Safety Rules From Little Sunshine’s Playhouse

    If you plan on taking your little one to the pool this summer, you want to make sure that they are safe and protected from the dangers of deep water and sun exposure. In this blog, Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool® provides some simple summer safety rules you can follow to make sure your child’s pool […]

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  • This little girl is enjoying her beach day with the help of these summer safety tips.

    April 25, 2025

    Have Fun in the Sun with These Summer Safety Tips for Kids

    Everyone loves summer, especially children. But while you’re planning some family fun in the sun, be sure to make safety a top priority. Accidents are the leading cause of death for children ages 1 to 4 in the United States, and the summer months bring with them a unique set of risks. Keep reading for 5 tips […]

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  • March 2025 National Teacher of the Month Featured Image

    April 22, 2025

    March 2025 National Teacher of the Month

    The Teacher of the Month award is our way of celebrating educators who live out our core values—compassion, humility, integrity, loyalty, and discipline—each and every day. For February, we’re excited to announce that our 2025 March National Teacher of the Month is Ms. Gracie from Little Sunshine’s Playhouse of Springfield at Cardinal. The leadership team at Cardinal had […]

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  • These boys are exhibiting parallel play, one of the types of play in child development.

    April 16, 2025

    Understanding the Types of Play in Child Development

    If you’ve ever watched a child immersed in a game of pretend, stacking blocks into a towering castle, or giggling with a friend over a game of tag, you’ve seen the magic of play at work. But did you know that these playful moments are more than just fun? They’re foundational. In fact, the types […]

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  • This happy baby is proudly displaying our topic: best infant car seats!

    April 15, 2025

    Best Car Seats of 2025: How to Spot Fakes and Choose the Safest Ride for Your Baby

    Choosing the best car seat isn’t just another checkbox on your baby registry—it’s one of the most important safety decisions you’ll make as a parent. Your baby’s car seat is their first line of defense in the event of a crash, so it needs to be 100% reliable, thoroughly tested, and certified to U.S. safety […]

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  • April 4, 2025

    February 2025 National Teacher of the Month

    The Teacher of the Month award is our way of celebrating educators who live out our core values—compassion, humility, integrity, loyalty, and discipline—each and every day. For February, we’re excited to announce that our 2025 February National Teacher of the Month is Ms. Carly from Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool of Schaumburg! The leadership team at Schaumburg had such […]

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  • March 31, 2025

    The Power of Pets: How Animals Help Young Children Develop Emotional Intelligence

    Animals have a special way of connecting with people, especially young children. Whether it’s a playful puppy, a gentle rabbit, or a curious cat, pets provide more than just companionship—they offer emotional support, teach responsibility, and help children develop essential social and emotional skills. For parents considering adding a pet to the family, understanding the […]

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  • Discover the best cribs of 2025.

    March 31, 2025

    Best Cribs of 2025: A Guide to Safe, Stylish, and Functional Choices for Your Baby

    Choosing a crib is one of the biggest decisions parents make when preparing for a new baby. It’s where your little one will spend countless hours sleeping, growing, and—let’s be honest—probably waking up at inconvenient hours. With so many options on the market, it can be overwhelming to find the perfect crib that balances safety, […]

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  • Poetry for kids is one of the best ways to promote emotional development and early literacy skills

    March 27, 2025

    8 Best Poetry Books for Kids to Spark Imagination (Perfect for World Poetry Day!)

    When it comes to sparking imagination, building language skills, and having fun with words, there’s nothing quite like poetry for kids. Poetry introduces little ones to rhythm, rhyme, and creative expression—all essential ingredients for early literacy development. With World Poetry Day (March 21st) just around the corner, there’s no better time to dive into the […]

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