by Rising Stride | Mar 5, 2024 | Early Education
Parenting is an incredible journey filled with joy, challenges, and endless opportunities for growth- not just for your child but for you as well. One of the most significant ways parents can positively influence their child’s future is by actively participating in...
by Rising Stride | Mar 4, 2024 | Early Education
Whether it’s an after-school snack, or just something to hold them over until dinnertime, these treats will keep your children healthy, satisfied and on their way to a lifetime of healthy snacking habits. Carrots and hummus. This delicious, healthful snack is rich in...
by Rising Stride | Mar 1, 2024 | Early Education
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 entire day, they will end up doing the same. Talk to your partner and family members to follow suit as well. Children tend to copy...
by Rising Stride | Feb 29, 2024 | Early Education
Gardening Gardening is a great way to teach your child about plant growth, nature, and responsibility. Start by selecting a small pot or a raised bed and allow your child to pick out some seeds or plants to grow. Show them how to plant the seeds or transplant the...
by Rising Stride | Feb 27, 2024 | Early Education
Nutrition for Preschoolers Of all the things that parents of preschoolers can feel guilty about, eating healthy food is near the top of the list. With ever-changing guidelines and opportunities to eat poorly everywhere, it’s harder and harder for parents to keep track...
by Rising Stride | Feb 26, 2024 | Early Education
As any parent of a toddler can tell you, enforcing rules is hard. Not only is it inherently difficult, but every family enforces rules differently. How can a parent be sure they aren’t being too harsh or too lenient? This article provides a few age-appropriate rules...