Finding Child Care That Offers More Than Just Snacks

Posted on: 7 February 2018

One of the current trends in early childhood education is a greater emphasis on physical education. This is intended to instill healthy habits and an active lifestyle in children from a young age. However, the approach to physical fitness can vary from program to program. Some programs offer children a choice of formal activities such as dance, yoga, or martial arts, while other programs simply extend outdoor playtime. Below are some questions you should ask your child's teacher about physical fitness.
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Posted on: 8 July 2015

Many people assume that stress is an adult problem, but the pressure can get to toddlers, too. If you want to make sure your son or daughter isn't feeling stressed out, here are some things to consider: They watch your every move. You might not think your kids are paying attention when you've had to ask them ten times to find their shoes, but they really do pick up on the little things.
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Posted on: 25 March 2015

Enrolling your child in a preschool like http://www.kidscountry.net can be a great way to give him or her a head start that will be beneficial when it comes time to start kindergarten. However, not all preschool-aged children are viable candidates for enrollment. Specifically, there are a few telltale signs to be on the lookout for that can indicate your child is ready to start preschool. Potty-Trained and Independent First and foremost, your child will most likely need to be fully potty trained in order to be admitted into a preschool program.
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Posted on: 13 March 2015

It's easy to overlook the types of toys that a daycare can offer your child. In comparison to the actual physical care and nurture that caregivers give, toys appear like child's play. However, don't overlook the small stuff. A study conducted by Lego showed that 54% of architects have already decided upon their vocation before they turned 16, and in a study of more than 2,000 adults, parallels were found across a number of professions between the type of profession chosen and the type of toys that each individual was exposed to most during childhood.
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