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 …
Every parent wants to keep their child safe. Parents have the greatest control over their child’s safety when they are with them, but parents can’t be with their children all the time. You want to have a responsible childcare team that keeps your child safe at all times. But what makes a childcare center safe? …
Safety should be a top priority for any parent placing their children in the care of other adults. Childcare workers should be background checked, competent, and caring, and each classroom should be clean and child-proofed. How do you know whether your childcare facility is safe for your child? The best way is to ensure the …
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 …
Choosing a childcare option can be overwhelming. In the South Louisville area, there are many daycare and home childcare options to place your children. But what is the difference between daycare and home childcare? What Is Daycare? Daycares are usually larger businesses with classrooms divided by age, such as infant (0-12 months), toddler (12-24 months), …
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, …
We instinctively know that reading to your child is good, but the benefits are worth elaborating on. Here are five benefits of reading to children. Cognitive Development Cognitive development is “the construction of thought processes, including remembering, problem-solving, and decision-making, from childhood through adolescence to adulthood.” Reading improves cognitive skills and supports cognitive development by …