Starting school can be exciting and intimidating for students of all ages, but especially for very young children. As a parent, you can rest assured that separation anxiety when starting school is a normal part of child development and that it may show up on the first day for some kids, or emerge later in the […]
It seems intuitive that it’s good for children to play outside. Physical activity, including time outdoors, promotes a child’s development and even academic success. But with today’s largely sedentary, screen-saturated culture, that’s often easier said than done. One expert from Yale University noted that the typical U.S. child spends about 90% of their time […]
A proper diet sets your child up for success and helps to fuel their growing bodies. Wondering what you can do to create positive food habits? Learn more about early childhood nutrition and how to emphasize its importance in your child’s life.
Most people know that getting enough sleep is one of the most important ways to stay healthy, along with good nutrition and regular exercise. And for children ages 5 and younger, quality nap time is necessary for early physical and mental development. One 2018 study concluded that daytime naps support early memory development for young […]
Learning a second language is worth more than an extra qualification on a resume. In this changing global landscape, it’s more important than ever to begin teaching your child a second language. Considering almost 22% of the nation’s population speaks a language other than English at home, it’s vital to diversify your child’s language learning. […]
At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool, we encourage all interested families with preschoolers and pre-kindergarteners to participate in a trial exploratory day. We schedule these for two hours during the most active period of the day so the child and parents can get a glimpse of our daily schedules, which include circle time, art class, […]
Placing your little ones in a preschool program is a decision parents don’t take lightly, and neither do we. A ton of questions wonder through your mind about daily schedule, curriculum, security and many more. These are all topics we love discussing in our initial interview with families because at Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool […]
The bedtime story has long been a favorite way for parents to spend quality time bonding with their children while getting settled in for a good night’s sleep. As it turns out, reading storybooks together is one of the best ways to help kids learn to read and offers many wonderful short- and long-term benefits. […]
Parents and teachers agree that math is one of the most important subjects for preparing young children for later academic success and future careers. A substantial body of research establishes the importance of math in early childhood education: A 2007 study found that math concept understanding at kindergarten entry predicted later math and reading achievement. […]
A quality preschool, such as Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool®, includes a variety of hands-on experiences that promote cognitive, social, emotional and physical development, all under the guidance of a qualified teacher. Little Sunshine’s Playhouse® understands the importance of focusing on the whole child. In a technology-advanced and ever-changing world, incorporating technology into the preschool […]
