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How to Curb Your Child’s Biting Behaviors
Kids use behavior as a form of communication. We may not always understand what they’re trying to tell us, but it always has meaning. When...
Why Parent Involvement is so Important to Your Child’s Early Years
Today’s parents are more involved than they’ve ever been with their children’s development. Except, it seems, when it comes to preschool....
Jump-Start Your Child’s Exercise Activities
When the children are restless and full of energy, exercise can be a great way to expend that extra energy! Not to mention exercise for...
Diversity and Inclusion at Home and in the Classroom
Children learn best when they feel a sense of belonging. That’s why it’s important for our educators to intentionally create a warm,...
5 Thanksgiving Games for the Whole Family to Enjoy
Deep in our hearts, we all know the best part of Thanksgiving isn’t the huge feast. It’s the opportunity to spend time with family and...
The Power of Play in Brain Development in Your Child
Food isn’t the only thing that fuels brain development. Children also develop skills through playing! Perhaps when you hear the word...
7 Fun Thanksgiving Activities for Preschool
Thanksgiving is a time for family, friends, and food. But it's also a great time for some fun Thanksgiving activities for your...
Some Great Reading Tips with Your Child
Most of us are familiar with the research revealing how important it is to read with children every day. And most of us have every...
6 Fun Dance Games for Children
Dance is the ultimate way to get children moovin’, groovin’, and staying active! Whether you’re looking for fun movement ideas for your...
4 Ways To Keep Your Kids Interested In Learning
At Rising Stride Child Care Centers, we strive to provide an engaging and educational environment for your children. While our center...
7 Thanksgiving Crafts for Preschoolers that are Simple and Fun
Kids have a lot of energy, and it’s important to channel that energy into something fun they’ll love doing. Choosing the right...
Child Care and Your Highly Sensitive Preschooler: How to Navigate Through Those Challenges
Is your child’s nervous system on high alert? Do they notice other people’s feelings right away? Do they react strongly to certain smells,...
5 Fun Filled Child Care Activities for Thanksgiving
November is a month dedicated to being thankful, and what better way to be thankful than to participate in fun, memory-filled activities...
How Your Child Grows – Every Step of the Way
As new parents, you may worry if your baby doesn't roll over when they hit four months or start reading by the age of three. But each step...
8 Ways to Introduce New Foods to Kids
Tips on How to Introduce New Foods to Kids By introducing your children to new foods, you’re setting them up for success in the future....
4 Ideas To Help Your Child Count to 20!
Is your child learning to count? This is a fundamental skill that everyone needs to learn. After all, you have to learn how to count...
How Do You Teach Kids About Germs?
We believe that every child should have a well-rounded education. That involves more than just academics and STEAM activities. It also...
7 Fun Fall Activities that Support Young Children’s Development
In today’s post, we’re sharing 7 activities you can try with young children this fall to have fun with them, celebrate the beauty of the...
9 Easy and Fun Halloween Activities for Preschoolers
Halloween is a fun-filled holiday enjoyed by both kids and adults. The spooky season offers a variety of activities and traditions to...
Some Great Halloween Health & Safety Tips for Your Child
Halloween street smarts Always accompany young children on their neighborhood rounds. If trick-or-treating doesn't start until after dark...
Understanding Age-Appropriate Behaviors in Your Child
It can be hard to tell the difference between age-appropriate behaviors and those that can signal a deeper problem. Age-appropriate...