by Rising Stride | Aug 23, 2024 | Early Education
Fairy tales’ rich, imaginative stories for children — involving magical events and places, wondrous tasks or imaginary creatures — offer far more than entertainment and happily ever after. Studies have shown that fairy tales also provide important benefits to the...
by Rising Stride | Jul 30, 2024 | Early Education
Becoming a parent for the first time means lots of new unknowns – from learning to breastfeed and swaddle to buckling your newborn into the car seat for the first time. But when it comes to putting them to bed safely, it’s important to remember it really can mean life...
by Rising Stride | Jul 1, 2024 | Early Education
So if boredom is an important part of stimulating creativity, problem-solving, and other life skills, what can parents do to help their kids work through the initial sluggishness of being bored? Create Unstructured Time  Boredom isn’t bad! Resist the urge to fill up...
by Rising Stride | Jun 12, 2024 | Early Education
Physical activity is an essential aspect of a child’s development, and this holds especially true for preschoolers or pre k students. Active play not only provides fun and enjoyment but also plays a crucial role in fostering physical development during the early years...
by Rising Stride | Jun 11, 2024 | Early Education
Sensory Play for Toddlers: Exploring the World Through Touch, Taste, and Sound. 1. Edible Sensory Bins Create a safe and delightful sensory experience with edible sensory bins. Fill a container with cooked pasta, cereal, or other safe, edible items. This activity...
