June 13, 2025
This month’s Creatively Shine™ curriculum, “Passport Around the World,” invites children to explore the incredible cultures, animals, environments, and traditions that make our world so beautifully diverse. To extend the fun and learning at home, we’re excited to share an activity your child will love: DIY Culture Suitcase! (Photo thanks to ikatbag) What You’ll Need: […]
June 11, 2025
Childhood goes by fast. One day you’re rocking your baby to sleep, and before you know it, they’re asking big questions and outgrowing their favorite shoes. As parents, we all want to remember the little things—the giggles, the first words, the everyday magic. If you’re looking for practical, heartfelt ways to hold onto those moments, […]
June 2, 2025
What if one simple goal could help your child fall in love with reading, build their vocabulary, and create a lasting family tradition? That’s the idea behind the 100-Book Challenge—a playful and motivating way to celebrate literacy, imagination, and time together. Reading 100 books in a year may sound like a lot, but with the […]
May 23, 2025
When you think of school readiness, reading might come to mind first. But did you know that early math skills are just as important—if not more so—when it comes to predicting long-term academic success? Research shows that children who start kindergarten with a strong foundation in math are more likely to excel not only in […]
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
If you plan on taking your little one to the pool this summer, you want to make sure that they are safe and protected from the dangers of deep water and sun exposure. In this blog, Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool® provides some simple summer safety rules you can follow to make sure your child’s pool […]
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 […]
April 16, 2025
If you’ve ever watched a child immersed in a game of pretend, stacking blocks into a towering castle, or giggling with a friend over a game of tag, you’ve seen the magic of play at work. But did you know that these playful moments are more than just fun? They’re foundational. In fact, the types […]
April 15, 2025
Choosing the best car seat isn’t just another checkbox on your baby registry—it’s one of the most important safety decisions you’ll make as a parent. Your baby’s car seat is their first line of defense in the event of a crash, so it needs to be 100% reliable, thoroughly tested, and certified to U.S. safety […]