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Activities to Develop Gratitude in Preschoolers
Gratitude is a value that can never be taught too early. Grateful children (and grateful adults!) are happier, more well-rounded, and more...
Important Lessons Learned From Social Skills in Preschool
Preschool helps equip children with all kinds of important social skills that they will continue to build on their entire lives. Here are...
The Fundamental Role of Child Care to Society
Child care is not just a matter of necessity for parents; it is a crucial cornerstone of a thriving society. The well-being and...
Easy Pre-School recipes and Fine Motor Skills
Benefits of Process Cooking Process cooking with kids can form a wonderful bond between parent and career, creating memories that will...
8 Ideas for President’s Day for Kids
While many holidays have a big repertoire of activity inspiration on Pinterest for ideas to celebrate with your child, President’s Day...
Helping Your Child Choose Healthy Foods on Their Own
Teaching kids to eat well can be challenging. It’s important to show them how to make good choices, especially when we’re not there. Here...
Positive Reinforcement in Child Behavior
Building Confidence and Self-Esteem Positive reinforcement, a key strategy in our daycare, involves acknowledging and rewarding good...
How To Help Tour Toddler with Separation Anxiety
Toddlers can exhibit signs of separation anxiety when they’re parting from their parents or caregivers, perhaps by crying, clinging, or...
5 Super-Tasty Valentine Treats for School
Fresh Fruit Pops Did you know February is Heart Health Month? Kathryn at Mommy Kat and Kids has managed to pay homage to both holidays of...
Fine and Gross Motor Milestones for Children age 5
5-YEAR-OLD FINE MOTOR SKILLS MILESTONES Writing a few letters/numbers or first name Can copy a triangle shape Can draw or copy a variety...
The Benefits Of Reading to Your Child
Do you spend time reading to your kids? Have you integrated reading into your daily routine whether it’s during quiet time or before going...
How Preschool Can Help Children Develop Emotionally
Children’s joy and happiness is a big part of their learning. At Rising Stride, we encourage them to have fun as a part of their...
Cognitive Milestones for Preschoolers
DEFINITION OF COGNITIVE DEVELOPMENT Cognitive development is the development of knowledge, skills, and problem solving. This influences...
5 of our Favorite Board Games that Teach Toddlers
Board games can be a lot of fun. They can provide entertainment for your children, and the rest of the family too! However, they can do...
Showing Your Kids Compassion This Valentine’s Day
Valentine’s Day is a special time of year, not just for couples and loved ones, but for families with children too. Valentine’s Day offers...
Fun Activities to Develop Gratitude in Preschoolers
Gratitude is a value that can never be taught too early. Grateful children (and grateful adults!) are happier, more well-rounded, and more...
Easy Valentine Preschool Crafts
HANDPRINT HEART TREE CRAFT This Valentine craft is so easy to make and equally adorable! Kids use their handprint to make the tree trunk...
Motor Development in Toddlers
Young children are always on the move, which means they are always using their motor skills. It is through movement that children learn...
5 tips on how to Avoid Preschool Meltdowns and Tantrums
Avoiding meltdowns and temper tantrums is possible and it all starts with you! All parents have been there at some point… One moment...
8 Tips for Keeping Your Preschooler Safe
It’s scary enough just raising a child…The world we live in today makes it even scarier. These days, even a preschooler needs to know...
6 ideas for Social Development in Preschoolers
What does social development look like for a preschooler once the toddler stage has come and gone? Here’s 6 signs your toddler is turning...