October 17, 2023
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.
October 9, 2023
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.
August 14, 2023
Preschool helps equip children with all kinds of important social skills that they will continue to build on their entire lives. Here are a few of the ways preschool can prepare your child socially for the road ahead.
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 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.
April 20, 2023
There is no instruction manual on being a parent. So much of it seems made up on the fly! Because of the impromptu nature of the job, every parent makes mistakes when it comes to disciplining their children. Here are some areas where you can make small adjustments and make a big difference in the effectiveness of your discipline.
April 5, 2023
Using positive language can have a significant impact on how we communicate with our children, and ultimately, their behavior and self-esteem. As parents, it's important to use positive language regularly to foster healthy communication and positive relationships with our children.