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 …
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 …
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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While there are many childcare options, two popular choices are daycare and nanny services. Let’s see how these compare! Cost: Daycare vs. Nanny Hiring a nanny can vary greatly when it comes to cost, depending on the qualifications and experience of the nanny, as well as the city and state. According to CARE.com, the average …
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If you’re having trouble choosing a childcare option, you’re in good company! It can be hard to weigh factors like location, schedule, availability, and cost. Many quality childcare options in the Dixie Highway area meet this criterion, but let’s look at how daycare and home childcare compare. Location: Daycare vs. Home Childcare Everyone has different preferences …
When your child is with you, you control how their day goes, from meals and naps to play dates and TV shows. This can empower many parents, especially those with Type A personalities. When someone else is watching your child, it’s easy to wonder what occupies your child’s time. Are they learning? Getting physical activity? …
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Parents instinctively know the importance of art for their children. From the time they are born, children are surrounded by various colors, shapes, and artwork: a trendy nursery, a colorful play mat, light-up toys, mirrors, and more! Children are drawn to colorful objects, books, and games. Children can outwardly express their creativity with paint, play-doh, …