First off, you might be wondering, “What in the world is a ‘busy board’?” Well, let us tell you. Busy boards, also known as Sensory Boards, are just one of the wonderful little contraptions we absolutely love in toddler care. They are amazing developmental tools used for fine-tuning motor sk
While we are all about keeping the kids busy, sometimes quiet time is needed. But quiet time doesn’t need to mean nap time (even if parents do savor that time)! There are so many activities out there to keep the kiddos quietly occupied. During daycare, there are plenty of times we get the kids tog
Did you know daycare has been around since the 1800s? It’s true. Believe it or not, they first started in France way back in the 1840s. However, it didn’t really start to catch on in the U.S. until WWII. During that time, many women had to come to work in the factories while their husbands [&hel
Being stuck inside because the weather is uncooperative can really be a downer for youngsters. Instead of your kids being bored or turning to television for entertainment, why not provide them with some healthy diversions? Here’s how to turn those boring, rainy days into opportunities for fun and
Believe it or not, there are a number of items you already have in your home that your kids can use for crafts, sensory play, and even learning. You can achieve the same level of fun we have here at preschool without ever spending a dime! Below, we’ll provide some examples of some great at-home, [
The toddler years are probably some of the most frustrating times of trying to communicate with your child (other than those teenage years, of course). They’re learning how to speak, how to form words, trying really hard to tell us what they want — while at the same time — we are tryin
Children grow up so fast, and in the blink of an eye, your beautiful infant is a toddler. As toddlers grow they become a sponge, absorbing and learning so many things daily, while also developing their motor skills. At the Breakie Bunch toddler care is very important to us; so important that we have
Looking for a quality preschool within a Waterford daycare? We’re here to help! Believe it or not, a child will learn an incredible amount of knowledge during the early years of preschool that will prepare them for the world of kindergarten and beyond. In the past, early childhood education was th
Kindergarten is a big deal. Not just because it’s when we first see our babies off into a formal school setting (grab the tissues), but also because it’s the foundational year for academic success throughout a child’s life. All I Really Need to Know I Learned in Kindergarten is the title of
An infant’s brain is the perfect little sponge, ready and waiting for stimulation and learning. In fact, that 0-12 month age range is crucial for development, which is why it is important to make sure you spend time each day engaging your baby in learning activities. Don’t fret, though. You don