It’s summer in Waterford, MI, and that means two things if you have kids at home: playing outside and mess inside. You know the drill – school’s out, so it’s all day play. Toys, pool towels, soccer balls, and sidewalk chalk abound. No one wants to clean up after a long day in the sun, [&
July 17,2019
Take Learning Outside for Summer
Education doesn’t only take place in the classroom. Here in Waterford, there are so many parks and outdoor areas at our fingertips. When kids are taken outside to explore and experience nature, a whole new and expansive classroom is opened up to them. Get Outside Every child needs to get outside a
July 03,2019
Our Favorite Waterford Parks
Getting outside is one of the best things you can do for you and the family. Here in Waterford, we have a great Parks and Rec department and some awesome outdoor spots to choose from. The rainy spring is ending and it’s about time to head out and enjoy the outdoors! Whether you’re looking for [&
June 19,2019
Questions to Ask Your Childcare Center
Finding the right childcare for your little one can be stressful. How will you know if you’ve found a good fit? What can I expect my child to do while I’m away? These are all questions that go through a parent’s mind (and more!) when looking at daycares. The fact is, finding childcare can be [
June 05,2019
Why Work in Daycare?
Working in daycare is one of the most rewarding jobs out there. When you get to spend your entire day with kids, even you, the adult, will learn something new. Getting the chance to help those littles grow and learn while their parents are at work is an honor. Not just anyone can take care […
May 22,2019
What Your Teacher Wishes You Knew
Leaving your kid in someone else’s care is really, really hard. It doesn’t matter whether you’re a mama fresh off of maternity leave or a stay-at-home parent that has children in preschool. When you are entrusting someone else entirely to care for your child without you there, well, that’s n
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
April 24,2019
Quiet Activities for the Kids
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
April 10,2019
How Daycare Helps with Social Skills
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
March 29,2019
Healthy, Thrifty, and Fun Rainy Day Activities for Kids
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