Will My Child Be Ready for Elementary School?
More and more parents are recognizing the importance of enrolling their children in preschool to help them develop the right foundation for success in elementary school and beyond. The best programs go beyond helping children master basic academic skills by supporting their development as happy, confident, well-rounded individuals. Research shows ...
Making Good Choices: Teaching your Child Self-Care and Responsibility
Opening the door to making choices means you’ll need to guide and channel your child’s natural desire for independence in a constructive way. Preschoolers are still in the process of learning about making and breaking promises, commitments and consequences.
Plant, Tend and Enjoy: Help Your Child Grow with a Garden
It’s a beautiful day outside and where are our children? In today’s technology- and media-driven world, most of them would probably choose to be inside, absorbed by a computer or television screen if we let them. How can parents help make the outdoors as appealing to their children as the ...
Family Safety: Balancing Fun and Safety this Summer
When it comes to summertime, parents have much more to worry about than just beating the heat! From water and sun safety to fighting off bug bites – balancing summer fun and safety can be a challenge. Here are a few tips from Dr. Mary Zurn, vice president of education ...
