Nurturing creative young minds and wiggly bodies
22
Aug
Stop and think before you say “no” to your preschooler. Is he hurting himself or others? Let him explore his environment, if he is not putting himself or others in danger. Climbing up the slide or throwing sand isn’t going to cause the world to end.
Tags: behavior, climbing up the slide, creativity, discipline, early childhood, education, energetic, good parenting, parenting, parenting plan, slides, tantrums, throwing sand
20
Aug
Rhema Marvanne Have you taught your child to sing? Music is an integral part of the young child’s experience. It doesn’t matter if you croak like a frog or Frankie Sinatra – just open your mouth and sing from the heart. In the lesson plans I include four or five songs for you to teach [...]
Tags: early childhood, education, family, joy, music, singing, songs, talent, talent education
10
Aug
Sand – Nature's Perfect Toy Sand might be called the world’s most perfect toy. It is natural, readily available, generally affordable, and will provide hundreds of hours of enjoyment for your children and grandchildren. If you’re on a limited budget, the backyard sandbox should be the first thing you build, before a swing set or [...]
Tags: cat deterrents, children, creativity, educational, energetic, Play, Preschool, Preschoolers, sand, sand play, sandbox, sensory, sensory activities, toddler, water
6
Aug
A Good Dog is a Faithful Friend This week your child will learn about the letter Dd, and about dogs. Your child can learn that dogs make nice pets. Dogs are alive. Dogs have four legs, ears, and a tail. They may have long or short coats. They may be big like Great Danes or [...]
Tags: children, Diamond, Dogs, early childhood, Early Childhood Education, education, encouraging creativity, Preschool, Preschoolers, themes, toddlers
