Observations are part of the day-to-day life of an early childhood educator. Most childcare providers understand the role of observation but do they understand why it’s important? Early childhood education…
Why parent involvement is so important in early childhood education
Want to increase parent engagement by 57%? Download our research study on parent-teacher communication and find out how! Download Free Ebook Today’s parents are more involved than they’ve ever been…
7 tips to ease the transition into child care
Ensuring that your child is emotionally, socially and physically prepared to enter into childcare can seem like a daunting task for most parents. Since you’ve done your homework, you’ve already…
Simple Natural Playground Ideas for Your Preschool
We hope these natural playground ideas inspire you to create your own eco-friendly, organic play space for your preschoolers to actively explore nature. Natural playgrounds are one of the most…
The value of a parent satisfaction survey for childcare providers
There is no better way to improve the quality of your childcare programs than to get feedback from parents – you will gain valuable insights, as well as demonstrate that…
Professional development opportunities for early childhood educators
There are learning opportunities abound for early childhood educators, from formal conferences and events to informal opportunities such as reading and mentors. Though you may have thought your school days…
Addressing the issue of preschool educator turnover
As a preschool director, one of the biggest challenges you face is a high rate of staff turnover. If your childcare center offers a variety of half-day, full-day, before and…
How to open a preschool: the ultimate guide
You have decided to open a preschool, how exciting! There will be many emotions and challenges ahead of you, but the rewards will be well worth it. It doesn’t matter…
Activities to promote preschool cognitive development
Not all preschool cognitive development activities are created equal. This is why it’s so important for early childhood educators to choose the right activities so children develop cognitive skills, including…
What is scaffolding in early childhood education?
What is scaffolding? Scaffolding is the act of an educator or caregiver adjusting their support techniques to suit an individual child at a developmentally appropriate level. Most people who spend…