Last week was our introduction to both the language of coding and our little robot (BeeBot). We started the class by creating our programming journals where we will be able to draw our notes and ideas throughout the length of the session. We then talked about some words we would need to know fo
If we asked the children what our senses are, I bet that most of the older children would tell me that there are 5 of them; we hear, we taste, we smell, we touch, we see. But, did you know that there are a 6th and 7th sense that are vital for a child’s development? We often forget that there
One of the questions that early childhood teachers often hear is, “when will my child write their name?” There is an inherent desire for children to know how to write their name that stems from a very basic human need to know one’s identity. Name play in preschool also has many cognitive b
As concerned parents, we are constantly striving to make our home the safest place possible for our children. Below is a list of 12 safety devices to protect children in your home, compiled by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission: Use SAFETY LATCHES and LOCKS for cabinets and drawers in kitch
One major factor in a child’s success in learning language is the early exposure to language that a child receives. The language that parents and teachers model is by far the most crucial component to this early exposure, so we must strive to model the very best for our children at all times! Belo
As your child reaches their preschool years their independence with various skills should continually increase. Fostering this independence teaches them lifelong skills that will be beneficial to them during their first preschool experiences and beyond. Preschool age children are surprising us every
Avoiding “I don’t know.” Most parents have experienced this at some point. You ask your child what seems like a simple enough question, perhaps about a book that you are reading, and your child answers, “I don’t know.” It might be something as simple as asking why the mouse is tr
“Screen Time” vs. “Unplugged Time” The new generation currently coming of age is often referred to as the first generation of “digital natives,” or those born after the rise of digital technology. This creates a set of complex issues; we non-digital natives strive to make the best decisi