April 29, 2025
As the chill of winter fades and the first signs of spring bloom, there’s no better time to head outside, get your hands a little dirty, and start planting something new. Spring gardening offers more than just beautiful blooms and homegrown herbs—it’s also an incredible opportunity to engage your child in meaningful, hands-on learning. Gardening […]
April 25, 2025
Everyone loves summer, especially children. But while you’re planning some family fun in the sun, be sure to make summer 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 […]
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 […]
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. […]
January 23, 2025
Introducing STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) activities to preschoolers at home is an exciting way to encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. At this age, children are natural explorers, making it the perfect time to engage them with hands-on preschool learning activities that lay the foundation for lifelong learning. Best of all, […]
January 20, 2025
At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool, our Creatively Shine™ curriculum theme, “Can You Build It? Discovering STEAM Through Construction”, inspires children to think like architects, engineers, and creators. To continue the excitement at home, we’ve designed a hands-on activity that combines creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork: Building a Cardboard City! This activity encourages your child to […]
December 12, 2024
Food made around the holidays holds special potential for making memories that will last a lifetime. This Christmas, spend quality time with your little ones by making any of these 12 easy and kid-friendly recipes. Perfect for the whole family to enjoy!
November 21, 2024
At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool, our Creatively Shine™ curriculum theme, “Celebrations Around the World,” explores how different cultures celebrate through unique traditions, decorations, and festivities. To help you bring this theme to life at home, we’ve designed a fun, hands-on project that your child will love: Celebration Lanterns!
October 23, 2024
Halloween is just around the corner! This holiday is a magical time for our little ones, filled with costumes, candy, and spooky fun. However, it can also cause some anxiety for parents trying to keep their children safe, and while trick-or-treating and dressing up can be exciting, all parents can agree that safety should come first. That’s why we’ve gathered some essential Halloween safety tips to help you and your family enjoy a fun and worry-free holiday!