April 14, 2026
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 2026 March National Teacher of the Month is Ms. Xochitl from Little Sunshine’s Playhouse of Schaumburg. Those that love Ms. Xochitl at Schaumburg had such kind […]
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April 14, 2026
When families begin searching for an infant daycare near me, they’re often looking for more than just a safe place for their child. They’re looking for a nurturing environment where their baby is seen, valued, and supported from the very beginning. More than anything, they’re looking for care that gives them peace of mind. At […]
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April 8, 2026
At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse of Four Points, we believe early childhood is a time to explore, connect, and discover the world in meaningful ways. This includes language. Today, we’re excited to shine a light on the thoughtful and engaging Spanish learning experiences taking place within our school community. While we are not a fully Spanish […]
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April 1, 2026
At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse, we often talk about the magic that happens in our classrooms, the small, meaningful moments that quietly shape a child’s world. But every so often, we get the chance to pause and celebrate the people behind that magic in a bigger way. This year, that celebration belongs to someone truly extraordinary. […]
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March 19, 2026
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 2026 February National Teacher of the Month is Ms. Heyley from Little Sunshine’s Playhouse of The Woodlands. The leadership team at The Woodlands had such kind […]
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March 18, 2026
By Stephanie Rino, Director of Curriculum and Learning From the moment they enter the world, children are communicating. Even before strong verbal language develops, children are constantly expressing ideas, feelings, and discoveries. Communication is one of the most natural parts of early childhood. In a Reggio Emilia preschool, this understanding forms an essential foundation of […]
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March 16, 2026
At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse, our Creatively Shine® curriculum theme Every Child Is an Artist invites children to explore creativity in all its forms. Throughout this theme, children discover that art is not limited to painting or drawing. It can also be storytelling, music, movement, theater, architecture, and so much more. As they experiment with different […]
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March 4, 2026
If you’ve spent any time on social media lately, you’ve probably seen the debates. “Gentle parenting doesn’t work.” “It creates entitled children.” “It’s just permissive parenting with a new name.” Gentle parenting has been showing up in headlines and comment sections everywhere, and not always in a positive light. For many families, the conversation has […]
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February 26, 2026
At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse, our Creatively Shine® curriculum theme for March, Mountains and Forests, invites children to explore the natural world through imagination, discovery, and creative expression. As children journey through towering mountains and peaceful forests, they begin to understand how plants, animals, and landscapes work together to create living ecosystems. To bring this exploration […]
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