Humans are social creatures, and there are many benefits to learning about and focusing on socialization from the time babies are infants. From as early as six weeks of ages, babies can recognize familiar faces and produce social smiles, and abilities grow in leaps and bounds during the first year.
1. Talk! (And read, sing, and listen) We can’t emphasize this enough. The absolute most critical part of developing literacy for infants is to introduce them to lots of languages. You can do this simply by telling the baby about your day, showing them different things in the house (“This is the
Birthdays are magical times for toddlers, but they can be super stressful for parents. If you’ve ever tried to plan a toddler birthday party, you know exactly what we’re talking about! One of the best tips is to make sure you find places or equipment that is developmentally appropriate for toddl
Summer is fading, and the crisp, cool mornings are signaling that Fall is just around the corner. If you’re sad to see summer go, perhaps seeing all the amazing Fall activities that you and your little ones can enjoy will help you feel better! Fall is a magical season for many families, simply bec
A love for literacy begins at a very young age, long before your child begins school. We recently released a list of must-have books for babies, and in this blog, we’re exploring the best books for toddlers and preschool-age children (ages 1-4). Children in this age category are much more interact
In this blog, we’ll highlight the most important things to look for when you’re amid a daycare search. We know that some factors are more relevant for different families than others (cost, length of commute, waiting list, etc.). But, we also want to help you understand what makes for excellent q
May 21,2018
Creative, Energetic Fun: Online Activities for Kids to Enjoy When the Rain Starts Falling
During winter’s chill, parents are challenged to keep their kids from spending too much time on the computer or gaming system. Exasperated moms and dads nationwide throw their hands up in resignation as sons and daughters spend hour after hour playing video games, many of them excessively graphic
It seems like Winter 2018 could win awards for the longest winter ever, doesn’t it? Although temperatures are finally on the rise, we will probably see some rain and cooler days that leave you yearning for better child and toddler care options. This list of indoor things to do in Clarkston and Wat
Everyone talks about how important it is to read to your baby (even in utero!), but for new parents, knowing what to read and why to read it can be overwhelming. In this series, we’ll discuss age-appropriate literacy skills and corresponding book selections for infants (birth to age 1), toddlers (
Having a child that turns his nose at all things green can be frustrating. But don’t panic and give up hope yet. Toddlers and preschool-aged children are notorious for being unpredictable with their food choices. Foods are still a new experience for toddlers and preschoolers, so they need to be ex