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Math is Everywhere!

Rachel Haley, M.Ed. • April 3, 2023

Math skills are vital for a strong academic foundation. While many parents know of the importance of literacy skills in future academic progress, math skills for preschoolers are just as important as... Keep Reading

The Science of Spring

Dr. Kristi Smith, D.Ed., M.Ed. CFE • March 21, 2023

Spring time is an amazing time of adventure and beauty! Warmer weather means that families can begin to get out of the house more and discover the world around them. At Children’s Lighthouse we... Keep Reading

Narration vs. Conversation with Young Children

Dr. Kristi Smith, D.Ed., M.Ed., CFE • January 23, 2023

Communication and dialogue with young children are vital in their development. Children learn from observing the world around them with all of their senses and auditory learning is especially... Keep Reading

New Year New Approach

By Dr. Kristi Smith, D.Ed., M.Ed. • January 3, 2023

The beginning of a New Year is a time where most adults are making resolutions and goals that will guide their behavior and decisions in the New Year. It is a time of assessing past choices and... Keep Reading

Tips to Redirect Negative Behaviors in Children

Rachel Haley, M.Ed. • December 12, 2022

When a baby enters their parent’s lives, they are wonderful! Even though they rob parents of sleep and are extremely needy, that little innocent bundle of joy is wonderful. Then, as the child... Keep Reading

Give the Gift of Fun and Learning

By Dr. Kristi Smith, D.Ed., M.Ed. • December 5, 2022

December is a wonderful time for many cultural celebrations. Families get together. Mounds of food are cooked and enjoyed. Beautiful lights and decorations go up. Candles are lit. While all of these... Keep Reading

Put Down the Phones at Family Dinners

Rachel Haley, M.Ed. • November 14, 2022

Go to a restaurant almost anywhere and simply observe those eating around you. Every table will have people enjoying dinner of all different ages, ethnicities, and family types. Sadly, one... Keep Reading

Expressing Gratitude- A Skill for Everyone

Dr. Kristi Smith, D.Ed., M.Ed., CFE • November 1, 2022

November is national “Gratitude” month as it naturally matches the overall feelings and emotions that are brought up around the harvest season and Thanksgiving. Gratitude is also the... Keep Reading

Fall Family Fun Ideas

Dr. Kristi Smith • October 12, 2022

As the leaves began to change and the weather begins to cool off, it is the perfect time to get out as a family and begin to enjoy the beauty of fall. From outdoor activities to indoor fun, there are... Keep Reading

Emotional Intelligence in Young Children

Rachel Haley, M.Ed. • October 3, 2022

There are many types of intelligence: spatial, kinesthetic, linguistic, musical, logical, intrapersonal, and emotional. While for some, people are born with a certain amount of skill in a type of... Keep Reading