July 22, 2020
How to Encourage Harmony Among Siblings
Sibling relationships can be some of the strongest social bonds people have in their lives. Though some siblings get along well, sometimes sibling rivalries can be intense.
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June 23, 2020
What is the Reggio Emilia Philosophy?
As a Reggio Emilia-inspired school, Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool provides an emergent curriculum to children every day, but what is Reggio Emilia? Who does it benefit? When, where, why, and how is it implemented?
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June 22, 2020
Safety at School for Children with Allergies
Sending a child to school knowing they are vulnerable to dangers like allergic reactions can be nerve-racking, especially with young children that may not be completely capable of regulating what they’re eating and touching.
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April 24, 2020
The Best Gardening Books for Preschoolers
Our Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum, Creatively Shine™, consists of fun, engaging monthly themes like “Music and Movement” and “Heart Healthy Lifestyle.” The theme for May is “Gardening and Horticulture.”
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March 26, 2020
Using Cooking for Education: What You Need to Know
Cooking may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think about educating your child. Cooking with your kids can help give you control over the types of food that they consume.
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March 19, 2020
How to Make Homemade Playdough
This is one of the easiest playdough recipes we have found. You can make one color or multiple! Supplies: Large pot Spoon for stirring Bowl, gallon-size bag or wax paper for cooling Ingredients: 2 cups all-purpose flour 3/4 cup salt 4 teaspoons cream of tartar 2 cups lukewarm water 2 Tablespoons vegetable oil Food Coloring (Optional) Essential […]
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March 16, 2020
Nine Great Books About Mountains & Forests
Our Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum, Creatively Shine™, consists of fun, engaging monthly themes like “Discovering the Arctic” and “Winter Wonderland.” We are here to help with some great books that the entire family can enjoy. Here is March’s suggested reading list to go along with Little Sunshine’s monthly curriculum theme, Mountains & Forests. All About Bears […]
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February 21, 2020
The Best Math Activities for Preschoolers
If you’re the parent or caregiver of a preschooler, there’s no need to wait for kindergarten to help your child start learning about math. In fact, kids can learn about math at young ages. Toddlers can learn to count, while preschool-age children can do even more. Getting children started in math early will prepare them […]
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February 14, 2020
Top Reading Challenges for Kids and How to Overcome Them
Research continues to prove the sooner you get your child started with reading fundamentals, the better readers they will become in the long run. However, despite getting an early start, some children still face hurdles when it comes to mastering reading skills and improving as time goes on. As parents, we often wonder why our […]
