Children of every age love to color, paint, draw, cut, and glue. Oftentimes, the more messy the project, the more fun children have! Is all this just a mess, or is there a developmental reason for the chaos? Luckily, research shows that children love to create, and channeling their creativity has many positive benefits. Here …
Children need the consistency of a structured routine to flourish, but a schedule can be hard to accomplish as a stay-at-home parent. It’s easy to see how tantrums result from inconsistency. Why can’t special treats and trips happen every day? Why can’t your children watch more television even when you don’t have a deadline …
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Most people envision early reading as a marker of a particularly smart kid. While reading has previously been a major indicator of intellectual and educational success, new research indicates that math skills are more important than reading in predicting future academic success. In fact, now experts are stating that early math skills need priority in …
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All children are born with a great curiosity. From infancy, children are actively exploring the world around them. And yet, children need adult help and supervision to safely explore their environment. Instead of seeing this as an inconvenience, adults should embrace the opportunity to see the world through a child’s eyes again. Additionally, there is …
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Every child deserves a safe environment to grow and learn, and it is the parent’s responsibility to find such an environment. At a minimum, a safe environment includes childcare workers who are background checked, competent, and caring, and each classroom should be clean and child-proofed. How do you know whether your childcare facility is safe …
With so many daycare choices, it’s easy to be swayed by a good first impression through a professional website or aesthetically appealing classrooms. The truly important details are things like safety and meal plans. Five things that should be a top priority when looking for a daycare. Location It’s easy to disregard location until you’re …
If you’re looking for a new daycare but feel overwhelmed about where to start, here’s a quick guide for researching new daycare options. Know the Types of Childcare First things first, educate yourself on the types of childcare. These include: Daycare or child care center In-home childcare Head Start and Early Head Start Prekindergarten programs …
Choosing the right childcare can feel overwhelming, but there’s great satisfaction, relief, and confidence in finding the best fit. Here are some beginning steps to choosing childcare. Explore Types of Childcare There are many options for childcare, such as hiring a friend or nanny or enrolling in home childcare or daycare. Each type of childcare …
Every parent wants to keep their child safe. This is usually when parents have their children with them, but this is impossible to accomplish all the time. You need a responsible childcare team that keeps your child safe in your absence. But what makes a childcare center safe? Every childcare center must be licensed by …
Every parent wants their child to grow up to be happy and successful. While there have been many successful adults who came from humble beginnings, there is also significant evidence that points to success stemming from education and positive relationships in early childhood. At Bright Start Louisville, we partner with you in raising your child …
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