Emotional Development

Is Play-Based Learning Effective? Why Learning Through Play Works in Preschool

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For young children, learning doesn’t happen at a desk with a worksheet. Tall towers made of blocks, pretend kitchens full of elaborate tea party essentials, songs with friends, climbing up the steps to the slide…these are the places that learning happens in early childhood education. Research is consistently supporting the reality that play-based learning is one […]

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When Big Feelings Hit: Helping Preschoolers Manage Emotions

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Preschoolers feel everything in a big way, within early childhood education, those “big feelings” aren’t misbehavior; they’re messages, and they are developmentally appropriate. With the right tools, relationships, and time, children learn to understand emotions and manage them safely. These skills are a cornerstone in their education, setting them up for future learning, friendships, and

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Let Them Play: How Free Play Helps Your Child Learn, Grow, and Shine

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The Wonderful World of Free Play Witnessing a young child’s play-world take shape is a beautiful thing to behold. Play cars become the fastest racecar you’ve ever seen! and animals in the sand are suddenly endangered species in need of your child’s help to evade the ‘badguys’. To get to this point where animals in

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Preschool Vacationing

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   The BEST Vacations to Take with Preschoolers Planning a family vacation that is preschooler-friendly? Look no further! We have complied a list of excellent vacationing ideas that are not only fun, but that supports the growth and development of your preschooler, as well! Early childhood education experts agree that vacations build curiosity, social skills,

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Playing it Safe …and Fun: Safety Tips for Going Out with Little Ones

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Taking preschoolers out into the world can be a delightful outing and also a daunting experience. Whether you’re heading to the playground, Disney World, or a quick trip to the grocery store, keeping up with little people while out and about is no small feat. Parents, daycare or preschool teachers, or caregivers in any capacity

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Parallel Play in Preschoolers

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The Hidden Power of Playing Side-by-Side Bringing a toddler to a playdate with another toddler is always an interesting experience. The parents think they’re about to start a sweet friendship for their little one–the pretend kitchen is ready, all of the play food and dishes are prepped, and everyone is ready to watch some imaginative

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Adventures While Waiting

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Turning Wait Times Into Adventures There’s nothing like waiting with a small child–whether you’re biding time in a waiting room, standing in line at the grocery store, or stuck in the carpool like at school. Waiting with a preschoolers could probably be an Olympic sport in patience. While these moments can feel as though they

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