December 16, 2025
Winter brings a beautiful shift in the seasons. It’s full of shorter days, colder temperatures, and a slower pace for many families. While winter often means cozy mornings and holiday traditions, it can also create challenges for keeping young children active, engaged, and learning. That is why thoughtful winter activities for kids play such an […]
December 8, 2025
Choosing the right preschool program is one of the biggest decisions parents make during the early years of their child’s life. This first school experience helps shape how a child views learning, friendships, and even their sense of independence. And with so many types of preschool programs available, it’s normal to feel overwhelmed by the […]
November 28, 2025
Elf on the Shelf season arrives with so much excitement. Families begin December feeling inspired and energized… and then, somewhere around mid-month, the scramble begins. Suddenly, it’s late at night, the elf hasn’t moved, and parents are searching for “easy elf on the shelf ideas” before tiny feet hit the floor in the morning. This […]
November 17, 2025
As Thanksgiving approaches, families everywhere are preparing to gather, share a meal, and reflect on the things they’re most thankful for. But for preschool-age children, understanding the meaning of gratitude goes far beyond simply saying “thank you.” It’s about helping them notice kindness, appreciate experiences, and develop empathy for others, all skills that begin to […]
November 13, 2025
The Teacher of the Month award is our way of celebrating educators who live out our core values—compassion, humility, integrity, loyalty, and discipline—each and every day. We’re excited to announce that our 2025 October National Teacher of the Month is Ms. Cara from Little Sunshine’s Playhouse of Littleton. The leadership team at Littleton had such kind words to […]
October 27, 2025
This November, our Creatively Shine® curriculum theme, “Investigating Lights, Shadows, and Reflections,” invites children to explore the magic of light and dark through science, art, and storytelling. From learning how light bends and bounces to discovering how shadows dance and change shape, this theme sparks endless curiosity. To help you continue the learning and wonder […]
October 27, 2025
At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse, our Creatively Shine® curriculum theme, “Investigating Lights, Shadows, and Reflections,” invites children to explore the fascinating world of light and dark. From discovering where light comes from to experimenting with how it bends, bounces, and changes, this theme inspires both scientific curiosity and creative play. To help your family join in […]
October 22, 2025
The Teacher of the Month award is our way of celebrating educators who live out our core values—compassion, humility, integrity, loyalty, and discipline—each and every day. We’re excited to announce that our 2025 September National Teacher of the Month is Ms. Lynn from Little Sunshine’s Playhouse of Chestnut. The leadership team at Chestnut had such kind words to […]
October 14, 2025
Getting a picky child to eat vegetables can feel like an ongoing battle. One strategy that works well is to sneak vegetables into dishes they already enjoy, pureeing, grating, or mixing in so they’re hidden in plain sight. Below are several hidden vegetable recipes and recipes for picky eaters that do exactly that. For even […]