Parent Resources

  • 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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  • Three girls enjoying their favorite books with the help of our reading nook ideas!

    March 4, 2025

    Creative Reading Nook Ideas for Young Kids: Make Storytime Magical at Home

    A cozy space can turn even the most reluctant reader into a book lover! March is here, which means it’s time to celebrate Read Across America—a nationwide initiative dedicated to inspiring a love of reading in children! One of the best ways to encourage early literacy at home is by creating a cozy reading nook […]

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  • Happy child learning personal hygiene for kids

    February 25, 2025

    Teaching Personal Hygiene for Kids

    If you’ve ever tried to get a preschooler to wash their hands before dinner or brush their teeth without a battle, you know teaching personal hygiene for kids can sometimes feel like an uphill climb. But good hygiene is more than just keeping messes at bay—it’s a crucial part of a child’s health and well-being. […]

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    February 20, 2025

    January 2025 National Teacher of the Month

    The Teacher of the Month award is designed to recognize an employee that exemplifies our core values, which are compassion, humility, integrity, loyalty, and discipline. This month we are pleased to announce that our 2025 January National Teacher of the Month is Ms. Des of Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool of Scottsdale.

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