The preschool years are a time when parents and educators should focus on helping a child develop the tools they need to succeed before heading to formal K-12 schooling. Developing…
4 Simple Preschool Science Activities to Try
Preschool children are naturally open-minded and curious, and are amazed by chemical reactions and science based activities. This curiosity creates a perfect opportunity to start exploring science in preschool classrooms….
4 Activities to Teach Responsibility in Preschoolers
It is so important to teach responsibility in early childhood education. Starting at an early age, parents and teachers alike can begin to instill habits that promote a good work ethic…
Preschool Literacy Activities to Encourage Cognitive Development
Developing literacy at an early age is essential for enabling a number of early learning experiences that will impact a child’s adult life. Research shows that early literacy is linked with emotional…
Winter Outdoor Activities for Preschoolers
Winter is a wonderland! Don’t let a little snow stop you from heading outside for fresh air, physical activity, and learning about the winter season and all the magic it…
Benefits of Natural Playgrounds for Child Development
Natural playgrounds for preschools and child care programs are a growing trend for a reason – studies show that they aid children in a number of dimensions. One of the…
Play, Participation, and Possibilities: An Early Learning and Child Care Curriculum Framework for Alberta
Play, Participation, and Possibilities is a refreshing new curriculum framework out of Alberta that is broadly focused on the processes and decisions of early years educators. HiMama is super excited…
The Importance of Play in Early Childhood Education Programming
Integrating free play time into your early childhood education programming is beneficial not only for children’s development, but for improving performance in academic activities as well. Unfortunately, the importance of…
Daycare Menu Ideas and Planning Tips
Design a daycare menu that is delicious, creative and fun by striking a good balance between nutritious foods and the dietary needs of the children in your care. An Ideal…
Simple Preschool Craft Ideas for Summer
Looking for fun crafts to add to your list of activities this summer? The common elements of great preschool craft ideas for summer are simplicity and the potential for further…