Parenting Tips
How Much Sleep Does My Child Need?
One of the biggest concerns parents face is whether or not their child is getting the right amount of sleep. From trying to get a baby down for a nap to determining when it’s time for a preschooler to stop napping during the day, to what time is best for bedtime, we know how much […]
Preschool vs. Daycare: What’s the Difference?
One question our preschool in Raleigh is frequently asked is, “What’s the difference between daycare and preschool? Are they the same?” While many people use the terms interchangeably, there are actually several factors that differentiate the two. To help you decide which option is best for your children and your family’s needs, we’re going to […]
How to Entertain Preschoolers without Screentime
As stay-at-home orders due to COVID-19 continue through April and into May, we know how hard this is on you as parents and also how hard this is for your kids. They may not understand what a pandemic is exactly or what quarantine means, but they definitely know that right now is strange, to say […]
Celebrating Dr. Seuss’s Birthday with Your Preschooler
Today is March 2, and that means it’s Dr. Seuss’s birthday! Because his work made such an impact on young readers and continue to be best-selling classics, his birthday has been named National Read Across America Day. This nationwide reading celebration is held in schools, libraries, community centers, and of course preschools and child care […]
More Crafts for Preschoolers from Our Favorite Books
At our 5-star child care center in Raleigh, so many of our favorite books for preschoolers and toddlers have great messages and lessons. To help reinforce the story or provide more opportunities for learning, it’s fun to tie in crafts or other activities to the story. We have shared other crafts inspired by our favorite […]
Should You Wait to Enroll Your Child in Kindergarten?
There is a growing trend among parents to hold their kindergarten-age child back a year, often called “kindergarten redshirting” or “academic redshirting.” With kindergarten curriculum becoming more demanding and play and discovery time being replaced with more intensive learning, parents worry that their child may not be ready for the more rigorous day. This is […]
Choosing the Best Preschool for Your Child
When it comes to early childhood education, we know you want to choose the best possible preschool for your child. Touring preschools can be overwhelming, and sometimes it’s hard to know what to look for exactly or what questions to ask to make sure the school is the best fit for your family. To help […]
Teaching Acts of Kindness to Kids in Raleigh
During the holiday season, it’s easy to focus on the commercial side of the holidays – buying presents, decorating, baking – it’s so much fun, and the joy it brings your kids makes it worth it! But, you also want to teach the spirit of Christmas – giving to others and sharing with those in […]
Best Halloween Books for Toddlers and Preschoolers
At our Raleigh preschool, we love reading stories to or with the kids, and around holidays, we use books to help kids feel excited, embrace the season, or even overcoming worries. With Halloween just around the corner, we’re sharing some of our favorite books that will help you and your kids get into the spirit […]
Fun Fall Crafts for Preschoolers
Check out three fun, fall crafts that are perfect for toddlers and preschoolers!