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You finally did it. You’ve jumped through all the hoops, taken the classes, gotten the certificates, and started your dream job: you’re a preschool teacher! You bumped into your old high school friend, Sally, and she asked what you do. How can you fill her in on all the benefits of having a

The books, the articles, the videos, and the news all tell us how vital social-emotional skills are for our growing children. But what are they, exactly? And why are they so important? Read on to learn about social-emotional skills and why children need them.   What are Social-Emotional Skills?

You’ve spent the last nine months making sure you’ve done everything right. Your house is childproofed and you made sure you got the safest car seat, crib, and stroller. Now you need to find the perfect childcare center. Where do you begin? Read on to learn about the top questions prospective pa

Aside from food, exercise, and safety, few things weigh on parents’ minds more than the correct place for educating their children. With so many choices out there, how do you know if the Waterford Preschool is the right one for you? It helps if you break it down into what are the most important fa

You spent nine months eating right and getting everything in your house prepared for your new little one. Now it’s time to make sure where you leave your child is as safe as your home. Where should you start when looking for the proper preschool or childcare facility? We know there are so many opt

Every year kids greet the summertime with enthusiasm and sheer delight as it represents no obligations and carefree fun. While summer often proves to be a much-needed break for children, some parents find themselves worrying that too much free time could potentially harm them. The best way to ensure

Sensory experiences are activities that help your infant learn and develop a greater understanding of the world through their five senses: taste, touch, hearing, smell, and sight. Studies show that children who play outdoors regularly are happier, healthier, and stronger. When it comes to infant act

As soon as the crisp air blows in, we are ready to spend some time outdoors and soak up some nature before colder days arrive. Fall activities with kids that are younger can be fun and imaginative with just a little planning and creativity. Adjusting to the season and finding preschool activities th

As a parent who loves to read, is there anything more exciting than watching your child connect with words and letters? That “aha moment” when they pick up a crayon or pencil and try to replicate the letters they see on a page is everything! Writing is everywhere, and practicing tracing letters

Fine motor skills involve using the small muscles in the hands and fingers. While some children develop fine motor skills naturally through daily play, some will need to adjust to daily activities with the intent to develop those muscles. Fine motor skill activities can be started at home and can be