Getting your toddler to eat vegetables is one of the most difficult things a parent can go through. What is it about produce that turns them off so much? There’s actually a scientific reason for that. We are simply more attracted to sweeter foods, such as fruit and sweeter veggies like carrots and
Choosing to send your precious little one to daycare can be a huge decision. There are so many things to consider, and so many questions to ask. For example, is this daycare in Waterford on my commute? Or, what is the student to teacher ratio? And then the big one, “Am I making the right […
Our Waterford kiddos love to be entertained. As teachers, we know that an entertained child is a happy child and so below, we’re going to talk about some of the must-haves for any playroom. Whether your kid likes to make a mess, play quietly, or build something spectacular, we will have a toy for
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, [&
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
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 [&
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 [
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 […
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