January 2026: New Year, New You
As parents and guardians, you are your child’s first teacher. Make sure your child is getting the most out of their literacy education by taking advantage of teachable moments at home!
As a parent, you have done your research and homework. You have chosen the best childcare to lay the groundwork for your child. All you want is the finest care and quality education. Your role as a parent in your child’s academics is an essential part of the learning process, because you are supporting the learning that happens in school at home. Family and parental involvement help extend teaching beyond the classroom; it fosters a positive experience for children and helps children perform better when they are in school.
When teaching your child to share, it is important to first realize that it is not productive to force your toddler to share. Instead, work to create an environment of sharing in order to encourage sharing. It is important to realize that to toddlers, a toy is so much more than a toy; it is a valued possession that must be protected. While teaching sharing, respect the normal level of possessiveness while encouraging the attitude of sharing with another.
It’s impossible to tell if a toddler’s shyness is something that will remain with her through life, or if she’s just behaving like a typical child of this age. So, instead of worrying about her shyness, or looking for a solution to it, try to find ways you can help her to have good feelings about herself and others, and to feel happy about interacting socially with other adults and children. With support, even naturally shy children can grow into friendly, confident adults.
Teacher Appreciation Week starts this Monday. Still looking for a gift? We've compiled a list of quick, easy and inexpensive gifts that any teacher would love!
When we think about the future that is in store for our children and ourselves, we cannot help but to think about the importance of innovation. We want our children to be innovators, prepared for success. How can we, as parents and teachers, prepare the right foundation for our children so that they can have a prosperous future?
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