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Jan 23, 2023 6:59:05 PM

Brain-Based Learning in Early Childhood

Child development
Brain development accelerates between ages two and five. During this time, a child’s brain is flexible and responds quickly to ...
Jan 19, 2023 2:02:20 PM

Fun Phonics Activities for Preschoolers

Child development
Phonics activities offer an engaging way for children to develop foundational literacy skills like language, reading, and ...
Jan 19, 2023 12:58:12 PM

Math Activities for Preschoolers

Child development
Preschool is a time when children are rapidly developing and learning early literacy and math skills that will support their ...
Jan 17, 2023 2:42:13 PM

Worksheet Woes: Why Worksheets Don't Work in a Preschool Curriculum

Curriculum | Child development
We all remember getting worksheets when we were in school. These lesson aids were positioned as informative, fun, and necessary ...
Jan 12, 2023 2:01:13 PM

What Is Culturally Responsive Teaching in Early Childhood Education?

Staff development
In a world where early childhood education classrooms are increasingly becoming more multicultural, culturally responsive ...
Jan 12, 2023 1:03:10 PM

Pretend Play: Build Imagination, Creativity, and Self-Expression

Child development
When children play make-believe, the sky is the limit for what scenarios they’ll create. This type of play, called pretend play, ...
Jul 14, 2022 9:15:00 AM

33 Ideas to Try Now for a Stronger Childcare Business

Running a business
This summer, many childcare and preschool directors are busy planning for the year ahead. In a recent webinar, we asked our ...
May 23, 2022 9:10:29 AM

How to Transform Your Early Educators into Leaders: Expert Advice from a Preschool Founder

ECE career growth | Staff development | Staff retention
Creating a team of leaders at your childcare center or preschool is an impactful way to support the health of your business and ...
Apr 27, 2022 10:00:00 AM

75 Staff Appreciation Ideas

Staff development | Staff retention | Staff appreciation
Working in a childcare center can be fulfilling yet challenging, especially during a time when many businesses are currently ...
Jan 25, 2022 6:00:00 AM

How to Navigate Stressful COVID-19 Conversations with Families at Your Early Education Center

COVID-19 | Family communications
With the recent surge of COVID-19 cases, communicating with families about health protocols, billing policies, and temporary ...