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The Value of Mealtime for Preschoolers

Young children have opportunities for learning and developing during mealtime. Teachers and homeschooling parents can make lunchtime more valuable for… Continue reading The Value of Mealtime for Preschoolers

The Lollipop Test – Encourage Instead of Praise

Preschool teachers play a prominent role in children’s development and education. One responsibility includes ensuring students are ready to start… Continue reading The Lollipop Test – Encourage Instead of Praise

It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

As we head into winter, we often spend more time inside. As the holidays approach, children and adults get more… Continue reading It’s the Most Wonderful Time of the Year

Read, Know, Learn, & Grow

Parents have a superpower to spark imagination and creativity in kids early on. Children’s most impressionable years fall between birth… Continue reading Read, Know, Learn, & Grow

Empathy at an Early Age

More than likely, we all know someone we describe as “cold.” Adults who remarkably do not express concern lack empathy.… Continue reading Empathy at an Early Age

Encouraging Young Readers

Instilling a love of reading in children starts with parents. Reading stories has many developmental benefits and strengthens parent/child bonds.… Continue reading Encouraging Young Readers

How to Get Involved in Your Young Child’s Education

Parent involvement in early education plays a factor in setting your child up for academic success. As a parent, you… Continue reading How to Get Involved in Your Young Child’s Education

How to Strengthen Your Child’s Emotional Intelligence

When emotions run high, people do and say things they normally would not. When you’re a young child, this is… Continue reading How to Strengthen Your Child’s Emotional Intelligence

Assessment in Quality Child Care Programs

Child assessment is a vital and growing component of high-quality early childhood programs; it is even required in some states.… Continue reading Assessment in Quality Child Care Programs

9 Ways to Develop a Love of Reading

Make going to the bookstore more entertaining than a trip to the toy store. Never buy toys while your child… Continue reading 9 Ways to Develop a Love of Reading

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