The Teacher of the Month award is designed to recognize an employee that exemplifies our core values, which are compassion, humility, integrity, loyalty, and discipline. This month we are pleased to announce that our 2025 January National Teacher of the Month is Ms. Des of Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool of Scottsdale.
At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool, we believe children are naturally curious, creative, and full of potential. Every day, we witness their imaginations come to life through storytelling, problem-solving, and hands-on exploration. This belief—that children are powerful learners who thrive in nurturing and stimulating environments—was at the heart of Loris Malaguzzi’s vision, and it continues […]
Have you ever looked at your child’s drawing and wondered what it means? Whether it’s a stick figure family with everyone smiling, a colorful explosion of scribbles, or an impressively detailed house, young children’s drawings are more than just fridge-worthy art—they’re windows into their minds. The psychology of drawing suggests that children express their thoughts, […]
Let’s face it—time management as a mom is no easy feat. Between work, school, extracurricular activities, and everything in between, it can feel like there’s just not enough time in the day. Thankfully, there are incredible family tools that can help families stay organized, reduce stress, and master time management. And if you want to […]
What if the first few years of a child’s life could determine their future? Their success in academics, in relationships, even in their careers into adulthood? Early childhood, spanning from birth to around age eight, is a time of rapid growth, both physically and mentally. During these formative years, children develop the foundations for lifelong […]
Introducing STEAM (science, technology, engineering, art, and math) activities to preschoolers at home is an exciting way to encourage curiosity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. At this age, children are natural explorers, making it the perfect time to engage them with hands-on preschool learning activities that lay the foundation for lifelong learning. Best of all, […]
At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool, our Creatively Shine™ curriculum this month, “Can You Build It? Discovering STEAM Through Construction”, is all about encouraging hands-on exploration and critical thinking. By integrating Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM), we’re helping children unlock their inner builders and innovators. To help you nurture creativity and curiosity at […]
The Teacher of the Month award is designed to recognize an employee that exemplifies our core values, which are compassion, humility, integrity, loyalty, and discipline. This month we are pleased to announce that our 2024 December National Teacher of the Month is Ms. Alyssa of Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool of The Woodlands.
At Little Sunshine’s Playhouse & Preschool, our Creatively Shine™ curriculum theme, “Can You Build It? Discovering STEAM Through Construction”, inspires children to think like architects, engineers, and creators. To continue the excitement at home, we’ve designed a hands-on activity that combines creativity, problem-solving, and teamwork: Building a Cardboard City! This activity encourages your child to […]
Parent-teacher conferences are an essential part of supporting your child’s growth and learning. These meetings provide a valuable opportunity for parents and teachers to connect, share insights, and collaborate on the best ways to support your child’s development. However, not every conference is easy. Sometimes, tough conversations are necessary—whether it’s discussing academic challenges, behavioral concerns, […]
