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  • September 2023 Teacher of the Month Featured Image

    October 19, 2023

    September 2023 National Teacher of the Month

    The Teacher of the Month award is designed to recognize an employee who exemplifies our core values, which are compassion, humility, integrity, loyalty, and discipline. This month we are pleased to announce that our 2023 September National Teacher of the Month is Ms. Alex of Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool of Lakeway TX

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  • Building Positive Self-Esteem In Preschoolers

    October 17, 2023

    Building Positive Self-Esteem In Preschoolers

    Today, we're exploring a topic close to every parent's heart: building positive self-esteem in preschoolers. As caregivers and educators here at Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool, we understand the profound impact self-esteem has on a child's overall development and happiness.

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  • Nurturing Social Skills In Preschoolers: Developing Friendships and Cooperation

    October 9, 2023

    Nurturing Social Skills In Preschoolers: Developing Friendships and Cooperation

    Parents often worry about their kiddos making friends or feeling included among their peers. Throughout this post, we will discuss the stages of friendship and play development along with strategies to help build those skills and a peek into the crucial role preschool teachers play in their young lives.

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  • Developing Fine Motor Skills

    October 3, 2023

    Developing Fine Motor Skills: Fun and Educational Activities For Preschoolers

    Fine motor skills is a term you have probably often heard as your child grows. Whether it be at your pediatricians office, day care, preschool, or your friend who happens to be a therapist. It’s one of those terms that parents hear but may not completely understand. In this post, we will cover the importance of fine motor skill development and some fun activities to help your child increase their abilities.

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  • Outdoor Sensory Play for Preschoolers: Engaging the Senses for Learning and Fun

    September 26, 2023

    Outdoor Sensory Play for Preschoolers: Engaging the Senses for Learning and Fun

    Don’t you just love the sheer delight of your little ones immersing themselves in a world of sensory exploration with laughter echoing through the air? This season is an endless opportunity for both learning and pure fun!

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  • Experiencing The Joys Of Fall With Preschoolers

    September 18, 2023

    Experiencing The Joys Of Fall With Preschoolers

    Pumpkin spice-filling bellies and cozy decor on front porches can only mean one thing: the last golden days of summer are upon us, and we are transitioning into fall! Fall is one of the most fun seasons to experience with kids, no matter what their age.

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  • Should Preschoolers Have Homework?

    September 13, 2023

    Should Preschoolers Have Homework?

    Should preschoolers have homework? Are there benefits? Does it make them “competitive” as students? This article looks at both sides of the argument, but explains why the educators at Little Sunshine’s Preschool decide not to assign homework to preschoolers and those in our pre-K program.

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  • September 11, 2023

    August 2023 National Teacher of the Month

    The Teacher of the Month award is designed to recognize an employee who exemplifies our core values, which are compassion, humility, integrity, loyalty, and discipline. This month we are pleased to announce that our 2023 August National Teacher of the Month is Ms. Heyley of Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool of The Woodlands, TX.   

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  • Nutrition for Preschoolers

    September 6, 2023

    Nutrition for Preschoolers

    Of all the things parents of preschoolers can feel guilty about, eating healthy food and nutrition is near the top of the list. If you feel lost on what meals you should be feeding your growing preschooler, read this article to get help on what a healthy plate should look like.

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