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The Masked Preschooler

Dr. Kristi Smith, Director of Education & Training • September 13, 2021

Before I begin this blog, I want to preface that I am not writing about “to mask or not to mask.” That is not the question. The question that I want to discuss in this blog is “How... Keep Reading

The Importance of Early Childhood Education

Courtney McDonald, Marketing & Advertising Intern • August 26, 2021

The decision on whether or not to enroll children in preschool or an early learning program can be stressful for parents. They may not see the benefit to it, or, may feel that their child can learn... Keep Reading

Taking Care of You to Better Care for Them

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • January 22, 2020

Let's be real, parenting is incredibly challenging. It can be emotionally, physically and mentally exhausting. Arguably some of the hardest parts of parenting are handling situations where your child... Keep Reading

How Technology Impacts Sleep

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • December 18, 2019

Getting a good night's sleep is essential to living a healthy lifestyle. Both you and your child need regular sleep to keep your brains active and focused throughout the day. It's especially... Keep Reading

Patience in a Have It Now World

Dr. Kristi Smith, Director of Education & Training • December 4, 2019

pa • tience noun the capacity to accept or tolerate delay, trouble, or suffering without getting angry or upset Synonyms: forbearance, tolerance, restraint, self-restraint, stoicism... Keep Reading

Importance of Family Time

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • November 20, 2019

Family time is incredibly important for raising a healthy and secure child. Experts agree that attention from their parents and family helps lower anxiety and promotes success in children. The... Keep Reading

Gratitude in an Unappreciative World

Dr. Kristi Smith, Director of Education & Training • November 6, 2019

grat • i • tude noun the quality of being thankful; readiness to show appreciation for and to return kindness Synonyms: gratefulness, thankfulness, thanks, appreciation,... Keep Reading

Is Your Child Contagious?

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • October 16, 2019

With fall and cooler weather comes cold and flu season. After all, everyone playing inside is a recipe for sharing germs. Though hard to avoid, it's important to recognize when your child is sick or... Keep Reading

Helpfulness in an Unhappy World

Dr. Kristi Smith, Director of Education & Training • October 2, 2019

help • ful • ness noun the property of being helpful help • ful adjective the property of providing useful service or assistance According to researchers such as... Keep Reading

Parenting Without Power Struggles

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • September 18, 2019

Parenting is hard for a lot of reasons. Other than the obvious - feeding them, bathing them, getting them to school on time, and generally just keeping them alive - establishing the power dynamic... Keep Reading