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Benefits of Childcare For Parents
Here are some benefits of childcare for parents. Child Safety As mentioned before, children need constant attention. And, if...
6 Tips For Raising Happy Children
As a parent, there is nothing you want more than to make sure your child is happy. Their contentment and wellbeing, after all, is—in some...
Nurturing Your Child’s Development
Parenting is an incredible journey filled with joy, challenges, and endless opportunities for growth- not just for your child but for you...
Easy and Nutritious After-School Snacks for Your Child
Whether it’s an after-school snack, or just something to hold them over until dinnertime, these treats will keep your children healthy,...
6 Tips On How to Limit Screen Time for Kids
Model Healthy Electronic Use Your child sees you as an example of almost anything they do. When they see you on your mobile phones the...
Springtime Fun With your Child
Gardening Gardening is a great way to teach your child about plant growth, nature, and responsibility. Start by selecting a small pot or a...
The Right Nutrition for Your Preschooler
Nutrition for Preschoolers Of all the things that parents of preschoolers can feel guilty about, eating healthy food is near the top of...
Setting Up Rules for Your Toddler
As any parent of a toddler can tell you, enforcing rules is hard. Not only is it inherently difficult, but every family enforces rules...
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...