Dear Dr. Day Care, I have 2 toddler sons – 18 months and 2 ½ years old. They are always together. At least three times a day (some days it seems like a lot more!) my 18-month-old bites his brother. What can we do to stop this behavior? Signed, Ouch He Bit Me! […]
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Winter weather brings great opportunities to explore nature with your family. Children can explore and learn more about the world around them. Extend play time by bringing snow and ice inside! Read tips for parents from the RIELDS Fun Family Cards: Encourage your child to explore and think about things that are living, non-living, man-made […]
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DDC Smithfield’s Preschool One learned all about cranberries! We measured them, watched how farmers harvest them in bogs, guessed if they could sink or float and even tasted them! When we were done we graphed our information together.
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Children of all ages love learning about the weather! The beginning of autumn brings so many exciting learning opportunities. Improve language skills as you discuss with your child why leaves change color and fall down. Teach science concepts by exploring and experimenting with pumpkins, apples, and leaves. Math skills are reinforced through counting, graphing, and comparing. Read […]
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Most young children love exploring in the dirt and you can turn gardening together into a great learning opportunity! By doing a little bit of prep work, any child can learn all about gardening. My first suggestion is ensure you are all able to garden with minimal stress. Make sure everyone is wearing “gardening clothes” […]
Read MoreHow does your family celebrate Valentine’s Day? This holiday is a great opportunity for families to celebrate love and show appreciation for the important people in your life. Most kids make or distribute cute valentines to their friends, teachers, and family, but take the experience further by discussing why you are making valentines for each person. […]
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