August 9, 2023
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 July National Teacher of the Month is Ms. Brion of Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool of Southlake, TX.
August 8, 2023
The preschool age can be so fun and exciting, yet kind of confusing as the parent. What are the appropriate expectations for your child? What should they be able to do themselves? Toddlerhood does not feel that far away, where you were at their beck and call for every need, and now it’s time to start transitioning out of that. If you are a little overwhelmed on where to start, we’ve compiled a list of some of our favorite and most helpful tips for developing independence in your preschooler.
July 31, 2023
If you’re nervous about your preschooler making friends, here are a few constants you can look to when it comes to preschoolers making friends and some suggestions on how you can help them develop these very special bonds.
July 24, 2023
Starting kindergarten marks a significant milestone in your child's educational adventure, filled with new discoveries, friendships, and endless opportunities to learn and grow. In this post, we'll provide you with everything you need to know to make this transition a smooth and positive experience for both you and your little one.
July 17, 2023
Summer break is here! This means popsicles, splash pads, vacations and lazy afternoons fill up our schedules and school can feel long forgotten. While no one expects children to automatically fill their days up with intellectually stimulating activities on their own, that doesn’t mean that parents and caregivers can’t! Summer learning regression can be a real problem and cause issues when kids head back to school at the end of break. Which is why we are about to explore some fun and exciting ways to keep those brains buzzing all summer long.
July 10, 2023
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 2023 June National Teacher of the Month is Ms. Miranda of Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool of Schaumburg, IL.
July 5, 2023
Whether you’re a first-time parent or a veteran mom or dad, getting an infant to sleep through the night is a tiresome task. Sleeping for long periods of time is not something babies can do right away, though, so here is the information you need on sleep training to make it through the night and not lose your mind.
June 21, 2023
Universal fact: Kids love to play. Fortunately, there’s a nearly universal track that children take as they learn to play and interact with others. Decades ago, researcher Mildred Parten identified six stages of play that children go through, and what she observed is still relevant today. Here’s the 411 on 90-year-old research that still applies to modern parenting, cognitive development, social development, and overall child development.
June 21, 2023
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 2023 May National Teacher of the Month is Ms. Jessica of Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool of Granite Bay, CA.