Snack Time! 8 Easy and Healthy Recipes for Kids
Kids can be fussy eaters, which means parents struggle to maintain a healthy diet for them. Snacks are particularly challenging for daycare age students. With so many processed options available, it is tough to determine which snack item is the right choice. Mt. Elizabeth Academy understands the struggle and offers catered meals at our daycare […]
Why is Music Important for Children
Children and music work together naturally. Young children love to hear lullabies, nursery rhymes and music in general or create music themselves by using toy instruments and it’s clear to see that the connection between music and young children begins at a very young age. It’s a connection that needs to be encouraged as music […]
Fall or Thanksgiving Activities to do with Kids
As the weather has begun to cool down and we have come into fall, you may be thinking about what activities you can do with your kids when they are on holiday from daycare or preschool. We will provide you with a list of different activities linked to Fall or Thanksgiving that you can enjoy […]
The Value of Learning Through Play
Play-based learning takes place in many daycares and early years settings as there are many benefits of learning through play. Learning through play is something that many preschool settings adopt and put into practice as research has highlighted the importance of play when it comes to child development. For instance, learning through play enhances the […]
The Value of Rhyme and Repetition
Nursery rhymes are common in childhood at home and also in preschool and daycare settings. Whether they are spoken, chanted, sung or read, children love the rhyme and repetition that nursery rhymes bring. There are educational benefits to rhymes as they provide children with an opportunity to have fun and feel close to you and […]
Potty Training – When is the Right Time?
You may be feeling unsure about when the right time is to potty train your child. It doesn’t matter if your child is a Toddler or of Preschool age, as there are some universal signs that you can look out for. Below we will list 5 common signs that you can bear in mind which […]
Learning Outside of the Classroom
Many learning opportunities that are difficult to experience if you’re stuck inside a classroom. This is where learning outside the classroom has as its advantages. Whether your children are in daycare or preschool, we will highlight the benefits of leaving the four walls of the classroom and taking learning outside. Relevant Learning When learning takes […]
Tips for Making your Vacation an Educational and Fun Experience
If you want to make sure that your children’s vacation is educational as well as fun then keep on reading. Although you may not want to ask your children to complete lots of ‘homework,’ it is worth making sure that their vacation is full of learning opportunities, as it’s believed that if children take a […]
The Value of Re-Reading Books to Kids
Don’t be surprised if your child has a book that they love to read again and again. Regardless of whether you are re-reading a book to your child or if your child is reading it to you, there are quite a few benefits of re-reading books, especially for children who are new to reading. AT […]