Childcare centers play a crucial role in shaping a child’s early development. As educators and caregivers, it’s our responsibility to provide an environment that fosters learning, creativity, and social development. One powerful approach to achieving these goals is through play-based learning, especially when adopting a multi-age approach. In this article, we will explore the benefits […]
Developing an early childhood learning curriculum is challenging because lessons must prepare children for a variety of subjects and experiences. While students certainly need academic skills, they also need social skills and knowledge of societal norms. And while teachers generally plan out the day-to-day activities within early childhood curriculums, administrators often oversee the major milestones […]
Fun parties, special treats, and Thanksgiving classroom activities can help make this time of year enjoyable for young children. But as educators, you might be looking to take it one step further to explain the historical roots, cultural traditions and significance behind each holiday. Thanksgiving is no exception, and your team can begin instructing children […]
How a child is feeling can impact the kind of day they’ll have. Whether they’re feeling happy, anxious, nervous or excited, you can start teaching emotional intelligence using a mood tracker. Not only that, but mood tracking also keeps parents informed about what’s happening with their child throughout the day. Effective parent communication can help […]
iCare Journal Templates Customized by State There’s a very fine line between profitability and financial hardships when it comes to how to run a successful daycare business. Accurate documentation, billing and invoicing are all crucial in ensuring your success. Early childhood education software can be a huge asset to provide the necessary child care success […]
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Montessori is the concept that a child is naturally interested in learning when placed in a supportive learning environment. This method of teaching believes in forming the whole child including its physical, social, emotional and cognitive wellbeing. If you’re looking to become an expert at Montessori school management, we have some tips to make that a reality.
Children who attend preschool are four times more likely to graduate college. But it may not necessarily be why you think. Proving that preschool improves test scores once a child reaches first grade is difficult, and many studies have shown it’s not necessarily all about what a child learns in preschool. It’s more about instilling a passion for learning at a young age and providing outstanding care and a safe place to play on a regular basis.
You know the role you serve as a childcare provider in a child’s development is important. But do you know just how important? Studies show that high-quality childcare centers can improve academic and behavioral outcomes for children once they reach kindergarten. The defining characteristics of a high-quality center aren’t solely decided by how well you teach letters, numbers, colors and shapes, however. So what makes a childcare center high-quality? We’ve compiled the results of the
As educators, we’re constantly researching and analyzing how children learn best. This makes education an ever-changing landscape as we adjust with new insights and learning’s. As you strive to provide only the best care and education at your childcare center, we’ve compiled a list of current trends in childhood education that you should know about. You know your childcare center and the children you care for best, so be sure to discern if these trends are right for you before implem