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Creating a Reading Nook

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • April 17, 2019

Reading is one of the most fundamental practices that help children grow and become more successful in their lives. There are countless reasons why reading is important for children. How can we as... Keep Reading

Technology and Children

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • April 3, 2019

Technology is a big part of almost everything we do in the world today. Some find it disheartening, while others see technology as an asset in their lives. Either way, there’s no denying... Keep Reading

Winter Fun For Everyone

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • March 20, 2019

Well-intentioned people have taught us that letting kids play outdoors in the cold will cause them to get sick. But with the proper clothing, playing in the cold is not only okay, but can actually... Keep Reading

The Importance of Extracurricular Activities

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • March 6, 2019

When teaching and raising children, it can be easy to get caught up in the numbers game of academics and cognitive development. Making sure your child is learning and progressing to their full... Keep Reading

Learning Through Play

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • February 20, 2019

A child's natural inclination is to play. It's a creative avenue where they are free to experiment and explore the world around them. If parents, teachers and caregivers provide productive play... Keep Reading

Benefits to Early Sign Lanaguage

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • February 6, 2019

Imagine living your life without being able to verbalize your desires. That is your child's reality in the very beginning stages of life before they develop language. Without a way to communicate... Keep Reading

Winter Science: Crystal Snowflakes

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • January 23, 2019

Do you live in a place that's a little too warm for snowflakes? You may want to make your own. With just a few easy steps and materials, you and your children can grow your own beautiful snowflakes.... Keep Reading

The Art of Appreciation

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • January 2, 2019

It's easy for children to get lost in the feeling of wanting everything they see. They get wrapped up in new and exciting moments! However, this can sometimes turn into children developing a... Keep Reading

Taming Tantrums

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • December 19, 2018

We all know what it's like to have a child go into full meltdown, and how frustrating it can be to deal with it. Tantrums are inevitable for toddlers; it's how we as adults handle them that makes the... Keep Reading

Getting into Giving

Rebecca Harris, Early Education Writer • November 21, 2018

Children have a tendency to be self-centered at a young age. Studies have shown that children are inclined to focus on themselves before others. They are much more inclined to worry about... Keep Reading