We have had no current recommendations about closures so far today from the CDC, Health Department or Department of Child, Youth and Family Services. We will stay open until we have a case of Covid-19 and then contact the health …
In a previous post, we introduced the concept of protective factors. Protective factors are conditions or attributes of families, communities, or society at large that support healthy development and wellbeing of children and families. Experts suggest that promoting these …
Each teacher plans the individual lesson plans for their class based on their observations of the children. Teachers will use Teaching Strategies Gold to track and assess children’s progress and learning.
Squishing, rolling, sculpting, molding . . . young children love to play with playdough. Add some props from around the home and playdough play becomes a powerful way to support your child’s learning. This simple preschool staple lets children use …
It can be hard for many students to leave their teachers and friends behind during the summer months. They are used to the routine, and change does not come easily. Even though summer vacation is highly anticipated, losing contact with …
Many preschoolers feel anxious about moving on to kindergarten. They worry that they won’t have friends, won’t like the teacher, will get lost, or won’t be able to do what the teacher asks.
Children need to move their bodies and eat healthy foods. Families can promote healthy habits by encouraging children to eat nutritious foods and get some exercise every day. Here are some suggestions.
Follow the nutrition guidelines for children under 6.
