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The short answer: No Preschool and pre-K aren’t the same thing. Pre-K is actually part of preschool, specifically the final year before kindergarten. When people say “preschool,” they usually mean the broader stretch of early-learning years for kids roughly 2½ to 5. “Pre-K” points to one slice of that: the year for 4- and 5-year-olds…
Read More →Earth Day lands on April 22 every year, and it’s one of the easiest holidays to bring into a preschool classroom or your own kitchen table. You don’t need fancy supplies or a science degree. You need a few recycled odds and ends, some dirt, and a little curiosity. Here are 15 simple ideas your…
Read More →If you’ve been shopping for early-learning programs, you’ve probably seen “preschool” and “pre-K” used almost interchangeably. They’re related, but they’re not the same thing. Preschool and pre-K describe different ages and different goals, and knowing which one your child needs makes touring programs a lot less confusing. Quick answer Preschool generally serves children around ages…
Read More →From toddlers to twos, biting is an unavoidable topic. While developmentally appropriate, and completely normal in many ways, biting is still an uncomfortable and sometimes scary reality for many families. When you find yourself asking, why, why, why, here are some common answers: Expressing emotion: Oddly enough, young toddlers can bite as a way of…
Read More →We know that first days can be tough (sometimes more so on the parents then on the children) and depending on the age of your child, there are various degrees of first day jitters. So here are 5 quick tips on preparing for a first day! Stay calm and carry on! Your child picks up…
Read More →While your child is experiencing a jam packed day of learning, discovery and academics at school, parents play a huge role in setting the foundation for successful learning. We know that it can be hard sometimes to think of fun learning activities after a long day at work or school. So we’ve come up with…
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