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Jan 19, 2023 12:58:12 PM

Math Activities for Preschoolers

Child development
Preschool is a time when children are rapidly developing and learning early literacy and math skills that will support their ...
Jan 17, 2023 2:42:13 PM

Worksheet Woes: Why Worksheets Don't Work in a Preschool Curriculum

Curriculum | Child development
We all remember getting worksheets when we were in school. These lesson aids were positioned as informative, fun, and necessary ...
Jan 12, 2023 2:01:13 PM

What Is Culturally Responsive Teaching in Early Childhood Education?

Staff development
In a world where early childhood education classrooms are increasingly becoming more multicultural, culturally responsive ...
Jan 12, 2023 1:03:10 PM

Pretend Play: Build Imagination, Creativity, and Self-Expression

Child development
When children play make-believe, the sky is the limit for what scenarios they’ll create. This type of play, called pretend play, ...
Jul 14, 2022 9:15:00 AM

33 Ideas to Try Now for a Stronger Childcare Business

Running a business
This summer, many childcare and preschool directors are busy planning for the year ahead. In a recent webinar, we asked our ...
May 23, 2022 9:10:29 AM

How to Transform Your Early Educators into Leaders: Expert Advice from a Preschool Founder

ECE career growth | Staff development | Staff retention
Creating a team of leaders at your childcare center or preschool is an impactful way to support the health of your business and ...
Apr 27, 2022 10:00:00 AM

75 Staff Appreciation Ideas

Staff development | Staff retention | Staff appreciation
Working in a childcare center can be fulfilling yet challenging, especially during a time when many businesses are currently ...
Jan 25, 2022 6:00:00 AM

How to Navigate Stressful COVID-19 Conversations with Families at Your Early Education Center

COVID-19 | Family communications
With the recent surge of COVID-19 cases, communicating with families about health protocols, billing policies, and temporary ...
Dec 7, 2021 9:45:00 AM

10 Fun and Festive Ways to Celebrate the Holidays at your Childcare Center or Preschool

Family engagement
At the end of the year, many providers are at their busiest. Celebrating the holidays can easily be lost in wrapping up the end ...
Nov 23, 2021 9:20:00 AM

11 Gifts to Appreciate the Families at Your Childcare Center This Holiday Season

Family engagement | Family retention
As the weather turns cooler and the holiday season quickly approaches, it’s the perfect time to show appreciation for the ...