Leaves contain a variety of unique designs, each special in their own way. Explore their beautiful textures through our Leaf Rubbing Artwork tutorial and create something magnificent along the way. Supplies needed: Leaves (Fake or real) Plastic Wrap Construction paper Crayons (remove the paper wrapping) Instructions: Layout a piece of plastic wrap about the same […]
Our Reggio Emilia-inspired curriculum, Creatively Shine™, consists of fun, engaging monthly themes like “Discovering the Arctic” and “Winter Wonderland.” We are here to help with some great books that the entire family can enjoy. Here is March’s suggested reading list to go along with Little Sunshine’s monthly curriculum theme, Mountains & Forests. All About Bears […]
Educated individuals tend to be happier and healthier, and study after study has found that educated communities leads to a stronger economy. The fact is, teachers, make a difference.
If you’re the parent or caregiver of a preschooler, there’s no need to wait for kindergarten to help your child start learning about math. In fact, kids can learn about math at young ages. Toddlers can learn to count, while preschool-age children can do even more. Getting children started in math early will prepare them […]
Teaching is by far one of the more noble and influential professions on the planet. Special teachers can and do make a difference every day in the lives of children and families. The process of choosing just one teacher each month is beyond difficult, but we are pleased to announce that our 2020 January National […]
Research continues to prove the sooner you get your child started with reading fundamentals, the better readers they will become in the long run. However, despite getting an early start, some children still face hurdles when it comes to mastering reading skills and improving as time goes on. As parents, we often wonder why our […]
In a perfect world, our children would be well-liked among their peers and welcome additions to any classroom. However, children who have trouble controlling their emotions frequently act out, and this often leads to frustration and embarrassment for parents—not to mention negative consequences for the child at school. A child with behavioral problems may also […]
The February monthly curriculum theme at Little Sunshine’s Playhouse is Heart Healthy Lifestyle. Learn about our top 10 Heart-Healthy Lifestyle Children Books.
Our teachers play such a significant role in our lives and we are thanks for all the day every single day! Each day our teachers are helping children foster their love for reading, writing and learning. Each classroom opens a world of possibilities and makes learning fun! The process of choosing just one teacher each […]
Starting kindergarten can be both exciting and frightening for your child, and parents are often just as anxiety-ridden as their preschoolers when it comes to this major milestone. To ease the anxiety, there are a variety of things you can do to help make your preschooler’s transition to kindergarten a smooth one. Do a Dry […]