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Meet Felicia the Fox: Representing Gratitude!

By Dr. Kristi Smith, D.Ed., M.Ed. • November 26, 2024

Children’s Lighthouse Early Learning School has a new Character Value Friends™ Enrichment Unit, which is a perfect way to help children learn important lessons that support positive character... Keep Reading

Meet Bala the Beaver: Representing Helpfulness!

By Dr. Kristi Smith, D.Ed., M.Ed. • October 22, 2024

In a world brimming with creativity and imagination, the Children’s Lighthouse early learning schools stand out for their new character value enrichment unit that gives life to lovable animals... Keep Reading

Raising Children To Be Helpers In Their Community

By Kristin Miller, M. Ed. • October 16, 2024

Raising children to be active, helpful community members is a valuable goal and can be achieved through intentional actions and mindset shifts. Having exposure to opportunities for children to help... Keep Reading

The Benefits of Chores for Young Children

By Dr. Kristi Smith, D.ED., M.Ed. • October 7, 2024

When I tap into my childhood memories, I remember the routine of family chores as being a positive part of my young life. When I look back into the rearview mirror of my life, not only did my help in... Keep Reading

Self-Care: The Key to Becoming a Better Parent

By Lee Anne Wardwell, Curriculum and Training Specialist for Children’s Lighthouse Franchise Company • September 21, 2024

New parents often find that self-care takes a back seat when they are focused on caring for their young children. This is understandable because young children depend on their parents to meet all... Keep Reading

Set Sail: Celebrate National Pirate's Day!

By Dr. Kristi Smith, D.Ed., M.Ed. • September 12, 2024

Ahoy, mateys! Ready to shiver your timbers and set sail on a swashbuckling adventure? Yo Ho Ho! What lad or lass wouldn’t love a themed family event while talking like a pirate on National... Keep Reading

4 Key Advantages of Private vs. Public

Dr. Kristi Smith, D.Ed., M.Ed. • August 20, 2024

As parents, choosing the right preschool for your child is a crucial decision. With the options available, it's natural to wonder whether private preschool is a better choice than public preschool.... Keep Reading

Early Preschool Education is Crucial for Children

Dr. Kristi Smith, D.Ed., M.Ed. • August 7, 2024

As parents, we often wonder what the best way is to prepare our children for future learning success. While it's easy to assume that formal education begins in kindergarten, research suggests that... Keep Reading

Beat the Heat with Kids This Summer

Dr .Kristi Smith, D.Ed., M.Ed. • July 18, 2024

Summer is in full blast, and with it comes the sweltering heat and humidity that can be overwhelming for both kids and adults. As a parent, it's crucial to ensure that your little ones stay safe and... Keep Reading

Helping Children Learn to Be a Part of a Community

Dr. Kristi Smith, D.Ed., M.Ed. • July 10, 2024

July is a great month to discuss helping children to be a part of a community since it is our nation’s birth month a time of great American community celebrations. As children grow and develop,... Keep Reading