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Teaching Healthy Eating Habits at Every Age

By Lee Anne Wardwell, Curriculum and Training Specialist • November 1, 2025

At Children's Lighthouse, we believe that nurturing healthy eating habits starts early and grows with each stage of development. As children grow, their relationship with food evolves. By fostering... Keep Reading

The Hidden Costs of “Low-Cost” Public Pre-K

Colin Berry • November 1, 2025

When parents explore Pre-K options, cost naturally plays a big role in the decision. Public Pre-K programs can be free in some areas and offered at a low cost in others. While this can sound... Keep Reading

Teaching Children the Value of Gratitude

By Dr. Kristi Smith, D.Ed., M.Ed. • November 1, 2025

Growing Grateful Hearts: Teaching Children the Value of Gratitude At Children’s Lighthouse Early Learning Schools, we believe that character values are just as important as academic skills.... Keep Reading

Beyond Public Pre-K: Where Values Meet Learning

Colin Berry • October 16, 2025

When parents begin searching for the right preschool or daycare, academics are often at the top of the checklist. Families want their children to learn letters, numbers, and the skills they’ll need... Keep Reading

Fostering the Character Value of Helpfulness

By Dr. Kristi Smith, D.Ed., M.Ed. • October 1, 2025

Teaching Children the Value of Helpfulness At Children’s Lighthouse Early Learning Schools, we believe that character development is just as important as academic learning. When children learn... Keep Reading

The Power of a Multi-Language Learning Approach

Kristin Miller, M. Ed • October 1, 2025

Why Multicultural Education Matters In the United States, researchers have found that approximately 23% of students in the educational school systems are from immigrant households (Csillik, 2020). In... Keep Reading

Your Child's Questions Are a Sign of Intelligence

Kelsey Massey, Curriculum and Training Specialist1 • September 1, 2025

Why Your Child’s Questions Are a Sign of Growing Intelligence- Supporting Curiosity & Confidence at Children’s Lighthouse If your child seems to be full of questions, “Why is the sky... Keep Reading

A Tail-Wagging Lesson in Cooperation

By Dr. Kristi Smith, D.Ed., M.Ed. • September 1, 2025

Some lessons in life come from books, some from experience, and others from the most unexpected teachers—like a dog! Meet Cody the Collie, Children’s Lighthouse’s four-legged... Keep Reading

Meet Laseef the Lion: Encouraging Children

By Dr. Kristi Smith, D.Ed., M.Ed. • August 1, 2025

Meet Laseef the Lion: Encouraging Children to Take Pride in Their Accomplishments At Children's Lighthouse, we believe in helping children develop strong character values that guide them as they... Keep Reading

Healthy Back-to-School Habits

By Lee Anne Wardwell • August 1, 2025

Healthy Back-to-School Habits for Preschool and School-Age Children As the school year begins, establishing healthy habits can set the stage for a successful and joyful school year for you and your... Keep Reading