The Covid-19 pandemic has caused havoc in society over the past year with many preschools being closed for more than half of 2020 and parents and children isolated at home for lengthy periods during lockdown. What have we learned from […]
By: thesciencebehindit.org Yes, many studies have found that quality early learning experiences contribute to people’s success as adults. How do early learning experiences make a difference?They improve children’s thinking skills and performance in school. They also have positive effects on […]
By: Connie Matthiessen ( www.greatschools.org) Sometimes, sorry, please, and thank you seem like the hardest words for your little one to utter. “Can I have more juice, please?” “Can you say thank you?” “What’s the magic word?” Parents of young children find themselves […]
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By Allison Master Math is important and it’s important to help young children develop their mathematical thinking. A child’s math knowledge at the start of kindergarten predicts later academic achievement better than early reading or attention skills. Math is part […]
The years of toddlers and twos should be some of the most joyful years for you and your child. These children grow by leaps and bounds—walking, talking, laughing, singing, helping, and gaining new life experiences every day. Your child now […]
Biting is a typical behavior often seen in infants, toddlers, and 2-year olds. As children mature, gain self-control, and develop problem-solving skills, they usually outgrow this behavior. While not uncommon, biting can be an upsetting and potentially harmful behavior. It’s […]
Many early childhood educators, myself included, believe that every classroom should have a full set of unit blocks, assorted props tied to children’s current interests and experiences, open storage shelves, and plenty of space and time to build and rebuild […]
In a study, preschoolers who used screens less had better language skills. A new study using sophisticated brain scans found an association between screen use and the development of young children’s brains, especially in areas related to language development, reinforcing the messages […]
As preschools strengthen their academic focus, play maintains a vital role. Preschool — it’s not just about the sandbox anymore. As elementary school becomes more rigorous, so does preschool. Children are expected to learn certain skills in preschool so that […]
