At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool®, we believe play is the work of childhood. As a cornerstone of our Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum, we understand the importance of play in early childhood development. Through various forms of play, children acquire fundamental skills and knowledge that lay the groundwork for future achievements.
One of the best ways to include your children in an active, educational way is by getting creative with them. For all the dads and spouses out there looking to build a special moment for your whole family this Mother’s Day, roll up your sleeves, break out the crafting supplies, and get ready for some fun as you get creative with these 11 handmade gifts.
Don’t worry, dads. Just like with motherhood, parenting is a learned skill. You shouldn’t feel like you have to walk into the delivery room and have everything figured out. Here are a few tips for dad on how to continue growing as a father, whether you’ve just had your first baby or are halfway to a dozen.
The changing of seasons is a great time for kids to learn about what’s happening in the world around them and apply that knowledge in a fun way. Here are 10 spring-themed educational moments you can have with your children as winter shifts into spring.
Our Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum, Creatively Shine™, consists of fun, engaging monthly themes like “Music & Movement” and “Sports & Gaming. The theme for April is “Every Child is an Artist.”
Have you ever played a game where you weren’t really sure of the rules? This article talks about the importance of creating rules as a family, what kinds of rules you should consider, and how enshrining certain values into your family rules can prepare your kids for the future.
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 2024 February National Teacher of the Month is Ms. Tatianna of Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool of Creve Coeur.
If you have been around our blog, school campuses, or social media pages, you likely will have noticed our love for the Reggio Emilia Approach to learning. We have based our program on this emergent curriculum, and the results are excellent.
For bookish types, every day is a day to celebrate reading. But for the rest of the world, March is National Reading Month. Aside from honoring the written word all on your own with your family, you might want to think about joining in on the fun all year long with Read Across America and its yearlong salute to story.
It’s hard to believe that the time has come to start looking at preschool options for fall enrollment, right? We have curated this helpful guide to help you choose the right preschool for your child and prepare for success in the coming months.
