Children’s social skills are an integral part of their development, especially as they enter daycare and preschool. When children are entering daycare or preschool, they need to effectively communicate and socialize with other children, teachers, and other adults, outside of their household’
At this point, I think we’re all pretty tired of social distancing at home thanks to COVID, but as the summer draws to an end, it’s time to start preparing for even more staying home. Whether we’re dealing with a pandemic like COVID or your average cold and flu season, families tend to spend m
Creative stimulation involves more than just cool toys and fun activities – it is the start of self-expression, building confidence, and learning new ways to think and solve problems. There are many ways in which we can support preschool-aged children in expressing their creativity. Here are f
Bringing a new baby into the world means not only a change to your way of life but also a whole slew of new information about what you need to do to give your baby the best start. It can be overwhelming to keep track of how long it’s been since baby last ate, how […]
You might not realize it upon bringing home your squishy newborn, but language development begins immediately upon birth. How can you best support your baby’s development? Stages of Language Development Your baby likely screamed as you’ve never heard before. Screaming is the only way your newbor
As babies learn, grow, and turn into toddlers, they develop in various areas, including: Cognitive Development – Learning and problem solving Social-Emotional Development – Interacting with others and managing emotions Speech and Language Development – Using words in sentences and
STEM stands for science, technology, engineering, and math, and you may have heard of it in reference to your older child’s curriculum. Did you know that STEM can be applied to your toddler’s regular play, too? Why is STEM Important? STEM is important —perhaps even essential — because the sc
With fall fast-approaching, parks are a great way to get outside and enjoy nature in Goodrich before winter pushes us back into our homes. From fishing to hiking, these parks have fun activities the whole family can enjoy. We know spending time with your kids is essential, so we’ve put togethe
After a long week of preschool or daycare, your toddlers will want nothing more than a weekend of family fun and adventure. There are plenty of activities around our Breakie Bunch Goodrich location that your kids can enjoy, so we have narrowed down our favorite places to have some family time. Here
Children are constantly changing and growing, especially when they reach preschool age. You likely have a hard time keeping your little one still! While running, climbing, and jumping are all normal developmental skills, you might be wondering what developmental milestones your child should reach by