April 4, 2025
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 […]
March 31, 2025
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 […]
March 31, 2025
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, […]
March 27, 2025
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 […]
March 4, 2025
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 […]
February 25, 2025
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. […]
February 18, 2025
At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool, we believe children are naturally curious, creative, and full of potential. Every day, we witness their imaginations come to life through storytelling, problem-solving, and hands-on exploration. This belief—that children are powerful learners who thrive in nurturing and stimulating environments—was at the heart of Loris Malaguzzi’s vision, and it continues […]
February 7, 2025
Have you ever looked at your child’s drawing and wondered what it means? Whether it’s a stick figure family with everyone smiling, a colorful explosion of scribbles, or an impressively detailed house, young children’s drawings are more than just fridge-worthy art—they’re windows into their minds. The psychology of drawing suggests that children express their thoughts, […]
February 3, 2025
Let’s face it—time management as a mom is no easy feat. Between work, school, extracurricular activities, and everything in between, it can feel like there’s just not enough time in the day. Thankfully, there are incredible family tools that can help families stay organized, reduce stress, and master time management. And if you want to […]