When you start comparing early learning options, preschool and day care might seem like the same thing, or like two completely different paths. While they are certainly different, there is also the potential for overlap between the programs. A day care center may...
In Roald Dahl’s Matilda, the title character teaches herself to read by age three. She walks to the library by herself, makes her way through the children’s books, and then, with help from Mrs. Phelps, discovers a much bigger world of stories. Most parents would be...
Ask 10 parents about the perks of enrolling your child in preschool, and you’ll likely get 10 different answers. For some, preschool simply offers stability when it comes to schedules. For others, it’s an easy way to build a child’s social circle. Cue the confusion so...
Preschool often begins around age 2 or 3 and continues through the years before pre-K or kindergarten. The exact starting age depends on the school, local requirements, and how classrooms are organized. That still leaves many parents wondering where their child fits....
Ask a group of parents what children should learn in preschool, and you will probably hear many of the same answers: letters, numbers, colors, and shapes. Those skills matter, but they are only part of the picture. Preschool is also where children learn how to join a...
What to do when kids say they are bored, and why those restless moments may matter more than you think. “The cure for boredom is curiosity. There is no cure for curiosity.” -Dorothy Parker Dorothy Parker’s words feel especially relevant in a world where children...
