Parent Resources

  • Leap Into Spring-Themed Educational Activities

    March 25, 2024

    Leap Into Spring-Themed Educational Activities

    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.

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  • The Best Books for Every Child is an Artist

    March 20, 2024

    The Best Every Child is an Artist Books for Preschoolers

    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.”  

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  • Creating Family Rules

    March 20, 2024

    Creating Family Rules

    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.

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  • February 2024 National Teacher of the Month Featured Image

    March 18, 2024

    February 2024 National Teacher of the Month

    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.

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  • Reggio Emilia Approach To Learning

    March 14, 2024

    Everything There Is to Know About The Reggio Emilia Approach to Learning

    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.

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  • Jump Into Reading During National Reading Month

    March 11, 2024

    Jump Into Reading During National Reading Month

    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. 

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  • Navigating The Preschool Journey

    March 4, 2024

    Navigating The Preschool Journey

    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.

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  • Helping Children Understand Forgiveness

    February 20, 2024

    Helping Children Understand Forgiveness

    Forgiveness is one of the hardest things for people to do. When we’ve been wronged, giving up the negative emotions we feel toward those who have done us wrong is the last thing we want to do. But, as adults, we know it’s important for our own well-being, even if it is hard.

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  • How to Teach Social Skills to Your Preschoolers

    February 13, 2024

    How to Teach Social Skills to Your Preschoolers

    Becoming a well-rounded person with excellent social skills takes lots of time and practice. There is so much that goes into sharpening the skills it takes to navigate interactions with others. So how can parents help teach social skills to their preschoolers? This post is a one-stop shop for the valuable information you need to get started. 

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