Many working parents rely on daycare to return to their jobs. Daycare is a blessing for many parents, but daycare is not a replacement for parental care. Children need their parents to care for and raise them, so children shouldn’t be in daycare all day, every day. But how many days–and hours during the day–is […]
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All parents instinctively know there are benefits of reading to our children. But in the rush of the day, it’s hard to find time to read! Between your job, grocery shopping, sports practice, homework, and household duties, reading seems more of an inconvenience than a delight. However, research shows how important it is that adults
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Children of every age love to color, paint, draw, cut, and glue. Research shows that children love to create, and channeling their creativity has many positive benefits. Here are just a few. Fine Motor Skills Children begin to develop fine motor skills around twelve months of age. This is most noticeable with picking up food
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As an adult, you may like to be spontaneous or plan out a daily schedule. Children, however, need the consistency of a structured routine to flourish. Unfortunately, a schedule can be hard to accomplish as a stay-at-home parent. There are endless options of ways to fill your time: going to the park, shopping, eating out,
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Most parents want their children to be early readers, as this has previously been a major marker for intellectual and educational success. However, new research indicates that math skills are more important than reading in predicting future academic success. Experts are now saying that early math skills need priority in early childhood classrooms, not reading.
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All children are born wanting to understand the world around them. Babies learn to push and pull objects, toddlers love to roll and bounce balls, and young children find buoyancy fascinating. Concepts like gravity are new and experimental to children. They may think they can fly if they jump off the playground, so the sooner
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Toddlers and young children have an abundance of energy. Many parents provide avenues for their children to expend their energy, like taking them to the park or enrolling them in a sport. As children get a little bit older, they may turn to technology, games, or reading for entertainment instead of physical activity. But just
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When you’re looking for childcare, the many options can feel overwhelming. When there are so many choices, it’s easy to be swayed by a good first impression, a professional website, or aesthetically-appealing classrooms instead of the truly important details like safety and meal plans. Five things should be a top priority when looking for a
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If you’re in the market for a new daycare but feel overwhelmed about where to start, here’s a quick guide for researching new daycare options. Know the Types of Childcare First things first, educate yourself on the types of childcare. These include: Daycare or child care center In-home childcare Head Start and Early Head Start
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Let’s face it: not all daycares are the same. Some daycares only meet the bare minimum state standards, while others go above and beyond to provide the safest, cleanest, most educational space they can. Every parent wants their child enrolled in a high-quality daycare. But what are the defining characteristics for quality childcare? Here are
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