At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool®, we believe play is the work of childhood. As a cornerstone of our Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum, we understand the importance of play in early childhood development. Through various forms of play, children acquire fundamental skills and knowledge that lay the groundwork for future achievements.
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.
People give gifts for all kinds of reasons: holidays, birthdays, or random Tuesdays. And kids like few things more than a surprise gift just for them. But learning how to give gifts and be generous is a skill that will turn them into well-rounded, thoughtful teenagers and adults.
Fostering a growth mindset in your children (and yourself!) early on can be the difference between raising a tenacious, can-do child and one that struggles to push through when things get hard. This article explains what a growth mindset is and how you can create one in your children.
Once children enter the pre-K phase of life, parents may find themselves asking the same question over and over again: “Why aren’t you listening?!?” If you’ve noticed that your little one just isn’t following directions or paying attention, here are some things to keep in mind as you help them get better at this very important skill.
Fear is a big emotion for anyone to handle, and that’s especially so for children. So how can parents help their children when they’re afraid? Here are some things caregivers can do before, during, and after something scary shows up.
From the moment your little one takes their first steps, their journey toward becoming a respectful and empathetic individual begins. Preschool age is a remarkable time in a child’s life, characterized by curiosity, wonder, and the blossoming of their social and emotional skills.
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.
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.
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.
