Daycare

How Daycare Builds Emotional Regulation and Self-Confidence in Young Children

When a family begins to think about daycare of preschool, academics and school readiness are often what first come to mind. While both are vital, an overlooked value of a high-quality childcare is the way in which it supports a child’s emotional development. Emotional regulation and development will serve them well, not just in their […]

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Chomp! Helping Toddlers Move Beyond Biting

Addressing Biting within the Home, Daycare or Childcare Setting It happens fast: a joyous moment or frustrating situation quickly turns to horror with the shock of a sudden bite. Within the world of early childhood education, biting is a typical stage seen by parents and educators alike. Addressing this behavior in the moment is easier

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Dreaded Drop-offs: Working Through Preschool Separation Anxiety

Leaving a crying a child in the care of another is a truly heart-wrenching experience for any parent or caregiver. While it is easy to feel like yours is the only child who has a hard time at drop off, but you truly are not alone. To boot, separation anxiety is a natural part of

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Playtime for Preschoolers

​Children were meant to play and importantly, play is more than just fun for young children. Play is essential in fostering healthy development and stokes the growth of a child’s cognitive, social, and emotional skills. The National Association for the Education of Young Children would state that play and learning are not separate activities. They

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