With so many preschool programs available, knowing what to look for can help you find the best fit for your family. This guide highlights the essential qualities to consider in a preschool program to ensure a nurturing, enriching environment for your child.
We’ve all been there – your child guarding their toys or shouting ‘mine!’ around others. When a child is protecting their toys it’s typically a signal that they’re still learning to share and understand empathy. So, why do kids seem so, well, self-focused? And how can you nurture kindness and empathy in your children to help them grow into compassionate, caring people?
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!
To help parents bring this theme home, we’ve curated a list of ten classic children’s books that encourage imaginative play, creativity, and the joy of reading. These books are not only delightful to read but also provide valuable lessons and themes for young readers.
Juggling your career and family responsibilities can often feel like an uphill battle. However, with the right strategies and mindset, achieving a harmonious work-life balance is possible. This article explores various tips and techniques to help navigate the challenges of balancing work and family commitments effectively.
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.
We’ve all seen the families with “stair-stepping children,” where there seems to be a uniform 2-year age gap between each one. And sure, there are definite pros to having children spaced closely and evenly. But what about families with big gaps — 5 or more years — between their kids?
Tattling is a behavior many children exhibit, often confusing and frustrating adults. However, it’s a normal part of childhood development. Recognizing and addressing the reasons behind tattling can help children develop essential social skills.
A foundational part of consent is the belief that a person is in charge of their own body and can tell others when they can and can’t touch or control them. That concept is something that children need to know as soon as they are old enough to understand.
Traditionally, dads are the playful, breadwinning parent — fun when they’re around, but they don’t act as the “main” parent. Nowadays, dads spend much more time with their children compared to previous generations and take a much larger role in taking care of the kids. But does any of that matter? Does his involvement amount to much? This article will share all the reasons why that answer is an emphatic yes!
