Summer is fading, and the crisp, cool mornings are signaling that Fall is just around the corner. If you’re sad to see summer go, perhaps seeing all the amazing Fall activities that you and your little ones can enjoy will help you feel better! Fall is a magical season for many families, simply bec
A love for literacy begins at a very young age, long before your child begins school. We recently released a list of must-have books for babies, and in this blog, we’re exploring the best books for toddlers and preschool-age children (ages 1-4). Children in this age category are much more interact
May 21,2018
Creative, Energetic Fun: Online Activities for Kids to Enjoy When the Rain Starts Falling
During winter’s chill, parents are challenged to keep their kids from spending too much time on the computer or gaming system. Exasperated moms and dads nationwide throw their hands up in resignation as sons and daughters spend hour after hour playing video games, many of them excessively graphic
It seems like Winter 2018 could win awards for the longest winter ever, doesn’t it? Although temperatures are finally on the rise, we will probably see some rain and cooler days that leave you yearning for better child and toddler care options. This list of indoor things to do in Clarkston and Wat
Everyone talks about how important it is to read to your baby (even in utero!), but for new parents, knowing what to read and why to read it can be overwhelming. In this series, we’ll discuss age-appropriate literacy skills and corresponding book selections for infants (birth to age 1), toddlers (
We have all heard the familiar phrase that learning starts at home. Play is an important role in your child’s intellectual, social, physical and emotional development. Through play, your child will learn important problem-solving skills, communication, sensory and interpersonal skills. These are a
Research shows that music provides cognitive and developmental benefits to baby, toddler, and preschool-aged children. Not only is it fun, music is a great way to bond with your child and just put you both in a great mood. By exposing your child to music, you are helping them build motor skills, pra
Many people assume that creativity is an inborn talent that their children either do or do not have: just as all children are not equally intelligent, all children are not equally creative. But actually, creativity is more skill than inborn talent, and it is a skill that parents and early childhood
Summer vacation is always a fun time for you and your family. Why not hold onto those memories a little longer and make them last a lifetime with a few simple crafts to capture those memories. One simple idea is a “beautiful places” key chain. With just a few simple items, you can create