Tag: early childhood education
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5 Fun Activities for Your 2-Year-Old to Encourage Skill Development
Read more At two years old, your little one is full of energy and curiosity. Their growing independence means they’re ready to explore new skills while having fun. Here are five engaging activities you can do with your 24-month-old that require minimal supplies and can be done right at home: 1. Artistic Expression Set up…
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Instead of Forcing Preschoolers to Apologize, We Should Consider This Approach
Get Pregnant Fast When we encourage young children to say “I’m sorry,” we might be teaching them the phrase, but do they truly grasp its meaning? Imagine a situation where your preschooler is engaged in play with another child, and a disagreement arises over a toy. In a moment of frustration, your child pinches the…
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I Failed to Prepare My Son for School, and Now I Have Regrets
Get Pregnant Fast In my parenting journey, I chose not to enroll my children in preschool or daycare, believing that it was the best decision for our family. I cherished the time spent together, just the two of us, and if given the chance, I would make the same choice again for all three of…
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5 Engaging Cognitive Activities for Toddlers to Enhance Brain Development
Read more After the classic games like peek-a-boo and patty-cake, what’s next? Let’s explore some fun and enriching activities that can boost your toddler’s cognitive development while keeping them entertained. 1. Magic Coffee Filters Create some colorful art! Use coffee filters, markers, and water to make beautiful designs. Your little one will love watching the…
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What It’s Like When Your Child Doesn’t Speak
Get Pregnant Fast The uncertainties swirl around us, leaving us to wonder if he simply won’t speak or if he truly can’t. Even today, there are countless opinions on the topic, but the reality remains: he doesn’t use words. At just one year old, he was deemed completely “normal.” By age two, he was labeled…
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Schools Are Reducing Playtime, and the Consequences Are Alarming
Get Pregnant Fast As my youngest son embarked on his kindergarten journey a few months ago, my anxiety levels were surprisingly low. Having navigated this transition with my older child, I felt reassured that he would adapt, find friends, and even tackle the school bathroom. However, my primary concern revolved around the alarming trend towards…
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Why Is There So Much Homework in Kindergarten?
Parenting Insights Get Pregnant Fast It’s hard to believe it’s already been a month since I dropped off my eldest for her first day of kindergarten. While other parents dabbed their eyes with tissues, I had a rather different response. Instead of tears, I was mentally celebrating the return of some quiet time at home…
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Teacher Reads Story Featuring Transgender Child, Sparks Parental Outrage
Get Pregnant Fast In a recent incident that has garnered significant attention, a kindergarten teacher at Maplewood Academy chose to read a book with a transgender character to her class, leading to backlash from some parents. This event highlights the ongoing challenges of discussing acceptance and diversity in early childhood education. The book in question,…
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10 Engaging Educational Apps for Preschoolers to Keep Them Occupied While You Enjoy Some Peace
Get Pregnant Fast For many parents who embrace screen time, finding educational apps that are both entertaining and suitable for preschoolers can be quite the challenge. While paid apps often provide more value, many of them are under $5—an inexpensive investment for a little peace of mind during those moments you just want to use…