When it comes to caregiving, whether children are being cared for in a group setting (such as childcare, preschool, etc.), relationships are formed. Children of all ages form relationships and attach to their caregivers when their needs are met. This is oftentimes referred to as “The Caregiving Cycle” or “The Secure Base Model.” When a […]

There is a pretty common misconception in society that teachers in early childhood settings are “daycare workers” or “babysitters.” This couldn’t be further from the truth, and is quite frustrating for those of us working in the field. What we know and what we do far exceeds just taking care of children and meeting their […]

Kindergarten is an exciting and emotionally charged milestone for children and their family. It’s a whole new ballpark from childcare and an even whole new world if your child has never been in a school setting ever. Here are a few things you can do to ease everyone in and feel good about moving forward. […]

Praise is a wonderful way to pump up our children however, encouraging over direct praise helps your child to become independent and overcome challenges. Ultimately it is more effective for a child’s self-esteem and helps motivate kids to want to learn, grow and reach their goals vs. expecting someone to always fix or help them […]

Attending preschool is going to be a significant change for your child. Being in an unfamiliar place and meeting new people can overwhelm your little one. Hence, parents must play an active role and help them prepare for this exciting but challenging transition. This guide will outline how to implement practical strategies to help your […]