November 12, 2024
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 October National Teacher of the Month is Ms. Fatima of Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool of The Woodlands.
October 30, 2024
We've all been there - your child guarding their toys or shouting 'mine!' around others. When a child is protecting their toys it's typically a signal that they're still learning to share and understand empathy. So, why do kids seem so, well, self-focused? And how can you nurture kindness and empathy in your children to help them grow into compassionate, caring people?
October 25, 2024
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 September 2024 National Teacher of the Month is Ms. Ariel of Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool of The Woodlands.
October 22, 2024
To help parents bring this theme home, we’ve curated a list of ten classic children's books that encourage imaginative play, creativity, and the joy of reading. These books are not only delightful to read but also provide valuable lessons and themes for young readers.
September 12, 2024
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 August National Teacher of the Month is Ms. Lourdes of Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool of O’Fallon.
August 26, 2024
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 July National Teacher of the Month is Ms. Hannah of Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool of Springfield at Chestnut.
August 6, 2024
So, what exactly are fine motor skills? They are all about the precise movements in the hands, fingers, and wrists. These skills are essential for tasks like writing, buttoning clothes, using utensils, and tying shoelaces. By incorporating fine motor skills into our daily routines, we can help children develop coordination, dexterity, and hand-eye coordination.
July 1, 2024
We’ve all seen the families with “stair-stepping children,” where there seems to be a uniform 2-year age gap between each one. And sure, there are definite pros to having children spaced closely and evenly. But what about families with big gaps — 5 or more years — between their kids?
June 18, 2024
Discover why letting your kids get bored is beneficial for their development. This article explores how unstructured downtime fosters creativity, self-reflection, problem-solving skills, and reduces dependence on technology.