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Mirror Play: Activity for Babies
Mirror play is a fascinating and enjoyable activity for babies, captivating their attention with the intriguing reflection they see before...
The Benefits of Hugging Your Child
What Are the Benefits of Hugs for Children? Hugging can be a wonderful and natural way of expressing affection for some, while others may...
Tips for Practicing Breathing Exercises
Childhood is a precious time where the foundations for your child’s learning are laid and important discoveries about themselves are made....
Inspiring Healthy Habits: Nutrition for Preschoolers
Every parent wishes their kid was born a healthy eater, but that’s not always reality. Healthy Food habits for kids are inspired,...
Quick and Easy Preschool Lunchbox Alternatives
Preschool Lunchboxes can feel like a chore at the best of times, let alone when trying to keep your child’s diet interesting and varied....
Helpful Tips for Eating Healthy in Preschool
Your preschooler is growing by leaps and bounds, both physically and mentally. It’s your job to make sure he’s got enough nutrient-rich...
Preschool Crafts: 5 Easy and Simple Ideas Using Everyday Materials
Why are arts and crafts important for child development? Arts and crafts play a crucial role in a child's development, providing them with...
Fun and Easy Drawing Activities for Preschoolers
The benefits of drawing activities for preschoolers For children, the activities they do in preschool often seem like they’re just for...
Spring Themes for Preschoolers
Spring themes for preschool Children are naturally curious and love learning new things. With the advent of spring, many exciting...
Educational Outdoor Activities for Preschoolers
The importance of outdoor learning activities Learning outdoors has physical, social-emotional, and cognitive benefits for preschoolers....
Fitness and Physical Activities for Your Preschooler
Preschoolers should be physically active throughout the day for holistic growth and development. Therefore, starting early is essential to...
Baking with your Children is a Lifetime Experience
When we bake we see, we smell, we taste, we hear and we feel – it engages all of our five senses. This unique quality is what makes...
Building Confidence in Pre-K Students
The positive interactions and experiences that children experience in a high-quality pre-K environment can help build their belief in...
The Importance of Friendships in Pre-K
When you choose Rising Stride, you aren’t just providing your preschooler with a stellar education and the opportunity to learn from...
Teaching Children How to Read
With the abundance of information out there, it can seem like there are no clear answers about how to teach a child how to read....
Benefits of Sending Your Child to Pre-K
As a parent, you’re always looking for the best ways to support your child’s growth and prepare them for success. One big decision is...
Supporting Open-Ended Play for Preschoolers
Children and play go hand in hand. But did you know that there’s one type of play that offers a wealth of benefits for children’s learning...
Exploring Technology with Your Children
While iPads, smartphones, and computers might come to mind first, technology is defined as the use of scientific knowledge for practical...
Yummy Kids Valentine’s Day Recipes
A big part of Rising Stride's Philosophy is the belief that children are collaborators in their own learning. One of the best ways to...
Setting Up Sensory Spaces for Your Child
We live in a very busy world surrounded by many sounds and stimulations that impact our moods and daily experiences. Most adults are aware...
Winter Butternut Squash Soup Your Kids Will Love
Did you know that it may take you as many as 15 tries of presenting the same food before your finicky eater actually tastes it? It’s...