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December 29,2021

Making Your Morning Routine Easier with A Schedule and A Routine

Consistent schedules and routines are so important; they can make or break your day. When your kids know what is expected of them, there are fewer surprises. Whether it’s the morning routine, the after-school routine, or the bedtime routine, it is imperative to stay consistent. So, what’s the di

December 22,2021

Why You Should Work at A Daycare

Most people work in childcare because they love working with kids, but everyone has a different “why.” Working in a daycare comes with several benefits that will improve your day-to-day and overall life. We’re going to explain our top reasons why we love working at The Breakie Bunch in Michiga

December 15,2021

Best Skills to Have if You Want to Work at a Daycare

Working at a daycare isn’t for the faint of heart. However, certain skills help you shine in the role, making it a perfect career choice. So, what are the best skills to have if you work at a daycare? We have compiled a list for you! So, if you have these skills, apply to work […]

December 08,2021

Open-Ended Toys Are Great for Development

Imagination. The key to all areas of development in children: emotional, social, physical, linguistic, and problem-solving skills. Imagination is at the core of everything that we enjoy in life as adults. Everything from books and tv shows to recipes. It all involves exploring beyond the obvious and

December 01,2021

What is Gross Motor Play?

Gross motor play includes the activities our children participate in to develop their gross motor skills. Gross motor skills involve using our legs, arms, and torso to do activities such as sitting up, walking, and running. As kids get older, gross motor skills will look like skipping, jump

November 24,2021

Encouraging Speech

We all know that encouraging speech is extremely important! We need to promote speech development from birth. There are many ways you can help your child understand and use words correctly. If you don’t know where to start, do not worry! We have all the information you need. What Activities

November 17,2021

Let’s Play-Doh!

Ah, Play-Doh! The toy that kids love and parents love to hate. Since the 1950s, Play-Doh has been a favorite modeling clay for construction, pretend play, and learning. However, while marketed as a toy, Play-Doh benefits go far beyond making bright pink spaghetti. Where Does Play-Doh Come Fro

November 10,2021

Social Development in Preschoolers

The social development of preschoolers has a profound impact on their social and emotional interactions with adults and peers as they get older. Learning to interact with others while developing their own identity and individuality in their community is not always an easy task. Fortunately, encourag

November 03,2021

Play-Based Learning

Children have a natural desire to explore and learn about the world around them. Playing with a child opens us up to see the world from a completely different perspective, and it can be magical. What we might not realize is when our kids are taking us on adventures through the backyard, making us pr

October 27,2021

Top Ten Daycare Benefits

The events and experiences your child has when they are young shape who they are and who they will grow up to be. Sending your child to daycare benefits them far beyond the short term; it is an important step in the process of learning and development. Choosing to send your child to a toddler [&