Creating the best learning experiences for kids
Children need quiet time every day to keep stress at bay, for you and the kids, and to focus their minds. If you child is old enough to skip nap time, a quiet box may be just the thing for peace and brain development. Angela, of TeachingMamma, says, Since I believe rest time for little …
Clever Quiet Time Boxes and More Quiet Time Ideas for PreschoolersRead More
Ah, Common Core, the standard adopted by 42 of 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia, creating a seemingly-endless public dialogue regarding its efficacy and impact on young people today. One of the more hotly-debated topics has been the way the curriculum of kindergarten children has been changed to include stricter reading standards, something …
Kindergarten Kids Can Forget Playtime — It’s Time to ReadRead More
“With nothing more than a little imagination, boxes can be transformed into forts or houses, spaceships or submarines, castles or caves. Inside a big cardboard box, a child is transported to a world of his or her own, one where anything is possible.” – National Toy Hall of Fame When it comes to sparking your preschooler’s …
When used properly, digital tools can help improve a young child’s ability to learn, move, communicate, and create, something that is music to a frazzled parent’s ears. Let’s face it: life gets busy, so the ability to quickly download an educational app to occupy a preschool-aged child can be a welcomed relief. The only problem …
When Will Digital Apps Implement A Stricter Labeling Process?Read More
Parents play a large role in social development and helping their children make friends. Babies are born social creatures but need to be taught how to interact, share, and play together. Decades of research suggests that parents play a big role in teaching children how to make friends. The most popular kids are prosocial—i.e., caring, sharing, …
It is rainy outside, meaning you and your toddler are stuck inside. No worries, these rainy day activities will keep your toddler engaged and create special memories for you both… 1.Balloon Magic via Family Education Time 5 to 10 minutes Materials Balloons Directions Your young child is learning about gravity from trial and error. This …
5 Rainy Day Indoor Activities for You and Your ToddlersRead More
Some kids process information best by hearing something explained, others learn by reading, and others learn through hands-on exercises. Many primary and secondary schools conduct surveys to give teachers insight into the learning styles of their students. Knowing and understanding the way your child learns can be one of the most important factors in teaching them …
People have known for awhile the importance of making sure your child is intellectually stimulated and learning at a young age, but the clear differences between kids who did and did not attend a Pre-k class was made clear this week during a senate hearing. A veteran teacher explained to the hearing just how kids who …
Does your child have trouble paying attention, having conversations or finishing projects? Is reading, writing or math a struggle? These behaviors and challenges could be signs of a learning or attention issue. ~Understood Are you wondering if your child has a learning disability? It can be hard to know as every child will have areas …
Does Your Child Have a Learning Disability? How to Know…Read More
How to Tell if There is a Problem It can be challenging to get a five-year-old to tell you what is really happening at school. This can be worrisome for parents, if you feel that your child may not be keeping up. But, how do you know? Health Day suggests, Ask your child at dinner …
What to Do When Your Child is Struggling with KindergartenRead More
