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 2023 December National Teacher of the Month is Ms. Kaylee of Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool of Granite Bay.
Gratitude is a value that can never be taught too early. Grateful children (and grateful adults!) are happier, more well-rounded, and more ready to deal with obstacles that come their way. This article gives parents a list of 10 activities that present the idea of gratitude to kids in approachable and fun ways.
Tradition can create a deep sense of connection and happiness for families. But how many should you start? And what happens when the effort to carry them on feels like a waste of time? Read on to find out more about how you can create family traditions that feel important to everyone and will last.
Fostering a growth mindset in your children (and yourself!) early on can be the difference between raising a tenacious, can-do child and one that struggles to push through when things get hard. This article explains what a growth mindset is and how you can create one in your children.
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 2023 November National Teacher of the Month is Ms. Dory of Little Sunshine’s Playhouse and Preschool of Colorado Springs at Cheyenne Mountain.
Once children enter the pre-K phase of life, parents may find themselves asking the same question over and over again: “Why aren’t you listening?!?” If you’ve noticed that your little one just isn’t following directions or paying attention, here are some things to keep in mind as you help them get better at this very important skill.
Fear is a big emotion for anyone to handle, and that’s especially so for children. So how can parents help their children when they’re afraid? Here are some things caregivers can do before, during, and after something scary shows up.
The words “play” and “learning” don’t get used enough in the same sentence — especially since they work so well together! Even though a traditional classroom is what most people think of when they envision learning, there’s no reason play can’t be a part of the discovery process.
From the moment your little one takes their first steps, their journey toward becoming a respectful and empathetic individual begins. Preschool age is a remarkable time in a child’s life, characterized by curiosity, wonder, and the blossoming of their social and emotional skills.
In this post, we will explore why a strong parent-teacher relationship is essential, not only for your child but also for the school community as a whole. We’ll provide you with practical tips on how to initiate and nurture this relationship, share the benefits it offers to both children and teachers, and offer solutions for common challenges you might encounter along the way.
