As the start of a new year approaches (one we have all been looking forward to, I’m sure!), it seemed relevant to share a previously posted article with some child care cost-saving tips. Which of these are you utilizing? What suggestions do you have? Dear Dr. Day Care, With the start of a new […]
Read MoreAt Dr. Day Care, we teach the children three universal expectations: Be safe Be kind Be responsible These expectations are integral to the Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program. The PBIS philosophy: We believe in enhancing our supportive environment for children. By developing and implementing positive behavioral supports to improve educational opportunities and lifelong […]
Read Moreby Whitney Collins, adapted by Dr. Mary Ann Shallcross Smith This slight, leaf-green volume has since become the perfect baby gift, a library mainstay, and a classroom cornerstone, because it teaches—most outwardly—the wonderful lesson of generosity. But is there more to it than that? Scholars have long debated (sometimes quite heatedly) what The Giving Tree […]
Read MoreTeaching children about opposites is so important – it is one of the building blocks that children need to learn how to follow directions, expand their vocabulary, increase comprehension skills, and build observation skills. How can you expand on this important skill? Teach the concept by pointing out the “concept pair.” All this means […]
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