At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool, our Creatively Shine™ curriculum theme, “Celebrations Around the World,” explores how different cultures celebrate through unique traditions, decorations, and festivities. To help you bring this theme to life at home, we’ve designed a fun, hands-on project that your child will love: Celebration Lanterns!
Creating a playroom is more than just setting up a place for toys. It’s about designing an environment where your child can explore, learn, and grow. At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool, we draw on the Reggio Emilia Approach to create inviting, interactive spaces that support children’s natural curiosity. Here, we’ll share some inspiring playroom ideas based on this approach, along with tips to nurture your child’s development in a playful, creative way.
Halloween is just around the corner! This holiday is a magical time for our little ones, filled with costumes, candy, and spooky fun. However, it can also cause some anxiety for parents trying to keep their children safe, and while trick-or-treating and dressing up can be exciting, all parents can agree that safety should come first. That’s why we’ve gathered some essential Halloween safety tips to help you and your family enjoy a fun and worry-free holiday!
This month’s Creatively Shine ™ curriculum, “Exploring Literature: Expanding Our Imaginations Through Storytelling,” encourages children to dive deep into the world of literature, using their imaginations to explore new stories and ideas. As part of our theme, we’re excited to share an at-home activity that your child will love: Story Bag Adventure!
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.
One of the best ways to include your children in an active, educational way is by getting creative with them. For all the moms and spouses out there looking to build a special moment for your whole family this Father’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.
Moms are our number one heroes. When asked, children rank their mother as their heroes above anyone else. And while some might dismiss this as the “easy” answer,” research shows that moms quite literally are the most important people in the life of a child from birth to adulthood. So what makes moms so special? Read more to find out!
Ever pondered over the query – what is parallel play in children? Simply put, parallel play is a form of play that is often observed in children, particularly between the ages of 2 and 3. This type of play sees children engaging in similar activities in close proximity to each other, yet without any direct interaction.
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.
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.
