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Setting a School-Year Family Schedule

For children of all ages, the transition from summer to school involves many considerations. Setting a school-year family schedule can help make…

The importance of routine for kids

The Importance of Routine for Kids

According to Dr. Peter Gorski of Harvard Medical School, knowing what to expect from daily life can develop a child’s confidence. Here are some…

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Strategies for Fostering Cooperation in Early Education

As adults, we understand that collaborating and working successfully with others is an essential life skill. Teamwork is crucial in…

Screen Time Tips for Young Children

Screen Time Tips for Young Children

Children have access to a vast array of computer technology and entertainment designed specifically for them. However, the American Academy of…

Whats An Ideal Child Care Environment

What's An Ideal Child Care Environment?

There are many factors that go into picking the best child care environment for your infant, toddler, or preschooler. A good child care center…

Helping children discuss their feelings

Helping Children Discuss Their Feelings

The world of a young child is filled with many new experiences and discoveries, and many different emotions. Just like adults, it’s important for…

Fun Ways to Teach Your Child About Money

Fun Ways to Teach Your Child About Money

From an early age, children can learn about money and value. While it may seem like a difficult topic to help a young child understand, there are…

How to transition your nursery

How to Transition Your Nursery

The move from baby to toddler can seem like a sudden one to many parents. There are a lot of big changes, including the need to transition your…

How to give preschoolers more independence

How to Give Preschoolers More Independence

Independence is a very important skill for children to develop. An independent child has greater self-esteem, confidence, motivation, and a sense…

Encouraging young children to cooperate with others

Encouraging Young Children to Cooperate With Others

The ability to cooperate with others is a skill that your child will carry with them through to adulthood. No matter what the age, being able to…

Tips for positive parenting

Tips for Positive Parenting

All parents want their child to grow up to be a confident, happy person, and there are many ways to help that happen. Positive parenting is a…

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How to Start Raising Bilingual Children: A Guide for Parents

In today's increasingly interconnected world, the ability to communicate in more than one language is a vital skill. Raising bilingual children…

All about conscious discipline

All About Conscious Discipline

The best way to discipline a child is something all parents think about. What is the best way to show your child the correct way to behave without…

What to look for in a good babysitter

What to Look for in a Good Babysitter

When searching for someone to look after your child, you want to make sure you find the best person. You may have several questions and…

How to start a morning routine for preschool

How to Start a Morning Routine for Preschool

A consistent morning routine is one way you can help your child adjust to preschool. Whether your child is excited or apprehensive about this new…

How to set boundaries for preschoolers

How to Set Boundaries for Preschoolers

Preschoolers are endlessly curious, and like to test the limits of their behavior. This is an important way for your child to learn about their…

Your shy child and preschool

Your Shy Child and Preschool

Preschool is a wonderful opportunity for children to learn new skills and socialize with their peers. However, if your child is shy, you may be…

How to talk to your preschooler about bullying

How to Talk to Your Preschooler About Bullying

Many parents of older children are concerned about bullying, and want to ensure their child is being treated respectfully while also being kind to…

Creating a balanced family schedule

Creating a Balanced Family Schedule

With today’s hectic lives, it can seem difficult to create a family schedule that works for all members. Whether your family is large or small,…

Why your preschool is your parenting partner

Why Your Preschool is Your Parenting Partner

As a parent, you chose your child’s preschool because you believed it was the best environment to help nurture your child’s emotional, physical,…

How to model good behavior for children

How to Model Good Behavior for Children

As a parent, you know how often your young child observes and even imitates your words and actions. A parent is a child’s main source of knowledge…

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25 Easy, Engaging, And Hands-On Alphabet Learning Activities

Introducing young children to the alphabet sets the stage for a lifelong love of literacy. Recognizing letters, understanding sounds, and forming…

Tips for successful potty training

Tips for Successful Potty Training

Potty training is a milestone that can seem both exciting and frustrating. If you want to help make the transition easier for both your child and…

Choosing the right bedtime for your child

Choosing the Right Bedtime for Your Child

Sleep is important for everyone, but particularly for children, who are rapidly developing both mentally and physically. According to the National…

How to handle tantrums gracefully

How to Handle Tantrums Gracefully

When your child has a tantrum, it can feel very overwhelming for you as well. How do you handle your child’s tantrum without melting down…

Helping your child overcome fears

Helping Your Child Overcome Fears

We can all remember being afraid of something as children, whether it was sleeping in the dark, monsters under the bed, or a neighborhood dog. As…

Teach preschoolers about gratitude

6 Ways to Teach Preschoolers About Gratitude

This Thanksgiving is an ideal time to help your preschooler learn about gratitude. Though young children may not be able to express gratitude in…

Teaching your young child manners in public

Teaching Your Young Child Manners in Public

If you’re the parent of a toddler or preschooler, you know that it can be tough to teach good manners and behavior in public. However, it isn’t…

How to teach your preschooler about sharing

How to Teach Your Preschooler About Sharing

As parents, we want to see our children playing happily with others, and being kind and sharing. You know that it’s an important life skill that…

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Age-Appropriate Household Chores for Preschoolers

Helping out with household chores is an ideal way for children to learn responsibility, develop a sense of self-worth, and feel useful. Programs…

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Ways to Help Your Child Learn About Animals

Children are fascinated by animals, and are always curious to learn more about them. Here are some age-appropriate ways you can help your…

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Introducing Math Concepts to Your Preschooler

As adults, we tend to think of math in complex ways. We imagine intricate formulas, or the sort of everyday math we use with our finances.…

Technology tips for young children

Technology Tips for Young Children

These days, it seems like childhood is drastically different from even a few years ago. Young kids now have access to a whole world of computer…