It’s never too early to talk about gender with children. The concept of gender (“I’m a boy, I’m a girl, etc.”) may be a bit tricky for younger ones to…
Safe & Unsafe Toys for Childcare Centers During COVID-19
While in the reopening phase at your center, it’s important to think about what the students can and cannot play with. Since early childhood education is based on hands-on play,…
Top Children’s Books by Canadian Authors
Oh, Canada — home to the maple leaf, poutine, Double-Doubles, the 2019 NBA Champions, Justin Beiber, beavers and diverse people from all over the world who immigrate to call Canada…
Gardening With Children During COVID-19
As spring rolls in all around the world, we still find ourselves inside due to COVID-19 pandemic. As you make plans to busy yourself and your children over the course…
Mother’s Day Ideas During COVID-19 for Child Care Centers
Mother’s Day is around the corner, and it is sure to be completely different this year than anyone has ever experienced before. As a child care center, we would usually…
How to Create a Flat Teacher Letter
With many children at home during the COVID-19 crisis, early childhood educators are finding unique ways to still connect with their children while they are separated. One of the most…
10 Quarantine Activities for Kids (With Free Printables)
Few of us were prepared for the challenge that is keeping your kiddos busy while working from home. But fear not, we are here to help! Our early childhood educators…
Online Resources to Keep Kids Busy While Working from Home
It can seem nearly impossible for working parents to get in a full day’s work and keep their children occupied throughout the day. Below are sites that you can explore…
Tips for Teaching Kids to Share
Sharing (or, more precisely, the lack thereof) is a common topic amongst parents and teachers of young children. Reading the different Facebook “mommy” and daycare boards, you’ll often find posts…
How to Take Better Photos in a Preschool Classroom
Whether you’re putting together new marketing material for the school or simply hoping to capture memories for parents, photographing a room full of preschoolers can be tough. Fickle, fidgety, and…