Within the realm of early childhood education, social skills is a hugely underrated skill. While they can seem to develop naturally, social skills don’t actually simply ‘show up’ one day and need to be learned through practice, repetition, and supportive guidance. In a quality preschool or daycare setting, children have daily, real-life opportunities to practice […]
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From tying their own shoes to raising their hand with a question, confidence has an important role in supporting and shaping the way preschoolers learn, grow, and explore the world around them. A child’s self-belief is just beginning to form in these early years and with the right guidance, can lay a strong foundation for
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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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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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