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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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Winter Wellness for Preschoolers: Immune-Boosting Tips from Childcare Experts

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From the playground to the classroom and from the grocery store to home, germs are ever prevalent in our environment, effecting your family whether your children attend daycare, childcare, or even stay home. When tissues multiply and sniffles spread, parents and teachers alike need practical, evidence-based ways to keep little immune systems resilient. No fads,

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Barefoot All the Way: A Look at Foot Development and Shoes for the Early Years

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Barefoot Beginnings Ever watch a sweet little baby discover their toes? That’s early foot development in action! Long before preschool begins, those tiny feet are at work building balance, strength, and coordination to set them up for a lifetime. While picking out the first pair of shoes for those soon-to-be walking feet can be so sweet

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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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Springtime with Preschoolers

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Prepping for a New Season Rain Boots? Check. Rain Coat? Check. Umbrella? Check. Exciting indoor and outdoor activities for the Spring-time days to come? …We’ve got you covered! With the changing of the seasons on the way, it is exciting to think of the new possibilities available once the frost of winter blows away. As

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