How Nursery Rhymes Help to Develop Phonemic Awareness
When we use the term phonemic awareness, we are referring to the sounds that make up the words that we speak, and these sounds are known as phonemes. For example, if we take the word ‘hat.’ ‘Hat’ is made up of three phonemes, ‘h’ ‘a’ and ‘t. From a young age, children begin to recognise […]
The Benefit of Music And Movement For Infants, Toddlers and Pre-schoolers
In the first three years of life, a child’s brain grows faster than at any other time. While academic foundations are an important area of focus, technology may not be a suitable replacement for some of the traditional teaching practices. Music and movement is one of those traditional teaching methods that is sometimes left out […]
The Importance Of Books For A Child’s Development In The Digital Age
Although we live in a digital age, books still play a very important role in a child’s development. Books stir a child’s imagination and spark creativity and yes although this is great fun, books are also more valuable than just for entertainment. We will take a look at the importance of books why books are vital for […]
Four Ways Your Child Can Overcome Separation Anxiety.
Most children express separation anxiety to some degree. Some children exhibit separation anxiety by becoming clingy, while others cry or have tantrums. As the caregiver, it is important to remember that a youngster’s reluctance to being separated from a caregiver is perfectly natural. Still, the journey toward individualization that separation anxiety is part of can […]
Project-Based Learning: Building Your Child’s Cognitive Potential
The building blocks of your child’s mind are shaped by today’s learning. Moments from home to the classroom are crucial for cultivating the individuality and potential inside your child. That is because early childhood experiences contribute powerfully to the development of a child’s brain and its abilities. One of the best ways to give your […]
Fun, Education, Creativity: The Advantages of Preschool Playtime
When do your children first get to create their own world? When they are given the opportunity for creative, fun, and educational play, of course! Before we as individuals can get a strong grip on logic or even common sense, it helps if we’re introduced to the “way things are” in the world around us […]
The Significance of Trust in Early Childhood Education
Your children spend hours each day at preschool, and hopefully, they are learning as much as they can while they are there. But studies related to early childhood education and the brain indicate that unless the right emotional context is part of the equation, learning may be the last thing on a kid’s mind. From […]
Partner with your Preschool!
You Are Your Preschool’s Best Partner As a parent with a child in preschool—or who’s considering enrolling your child in preschool—hopefully you don’t think of preschool as simply a daycare facility. You probably know that preschool is your child’s earliest opportunity for fun, structured learning, and you’re investing in making the most of these crucial […]
Unlocking the Power of Your Preschooler’s Brain
Advancements in neurological research are revealing the hidden might of young minds. When it comes to how we educate children, these insights are crucial. Here are three important examples of how recent studies are affecting early-childhood education best practice. Children’s Emotional States Affect Their Learning It turns out that how your child feels about her […]