In a world filled with screens and digital distractions, there's something timeless and magical about the simplicity of a puzzle. But did you know that beyond providing hours of entertainment, puzzles can be powerful tools for developing literacy skills in children?

Summer break is a time for fun in the sun, adventures, and relaxation. Yet, lurking behind this idyllic picture is a phenomenon known as the "summer slide", where students, particularly young ones, experience a decline in academic skills over the break. However, with the right strategies and activities, summer can be a time of growth and learning for young students.

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Parents ask us all the time how to support their children transitioning back from a holiday break - because coming back to your normal routine can be really tough! As early childhood experts, we always recommend that families (1) validate their child’s feelings (2) implement visual aids (3) plan exciting activities, and (4) manage academic tasks strategically.

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At the beginning of each teaching year, I ask parents their wishes for their child. Some have academic goals, but most hope for their child to make friends and be happy. Isn’t that what we all want to be in life? To be happy?

The holiday season is upon us, and as the air fills with festive cheer, the search for the perfect gifts begins. With so many options out there, it’s hard to know what will be a lasting hit and won’t end up being cast aside after a few uses. We've scoured the web for the best educational toys for children aged 3-7, catering to different interests and budgets.

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Reading at home with your child is a key part of developing the early literacy skills that will carry them throughout their whole lives. Here are some helpful ways to read purposefully with your child.

Reading at home with your child is a key part of developing the early literacy skills that will carry them throughout their whole lives. Here are some helpful ways to help your child with reading at home.

During the summer, children lose up to 20% of their learning from the past year. Here are some ways to stop summer learning loss and get ahead for the next school year

The first stepping in preparing for the kindergarten admissions process is having a realistic understanding of what the schools expect from your child.