Many working parents rely on daycare to return to their jobs. Daycare is a blessing for many parents, but daycare is not a replacement for parental care. Children need their parents to care for and raise them, so children shouldn’t be in daycare all day, every day. But how many days and hours during the […]
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Children of every age love to color, paint, draw, cut, and glue. They scribble on the walls and smear mud on the backyard fence, mix all the paint or Play-Doh colors together to create new colors, and cut endless pieces of paper and paste them together with glue. Is all this just a mess, or
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As an adult, you may like to be spontaneous or plan out a daily schedule. Children, however, need the consistency of a structured routine to flourish. Unfortunately, a schedule can be hard to accomplish as a stay-at-home parent. There are endless options of ways to fill your time: going to the park, shopping, eating out,
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Most parents want their children to be early readers, as this has previously been a major marker for intellectual and educational success. However, new research indicates that math skills are more important than reading in predicting future academic success. Experts are now saying that early math skills need priority in early childhood classrooms, not reading.
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All children are born wanting to understand the world around them. Babies learn to push and pull objects, toddlers love to roll and bounce balls, and young children find buoyancy fascinating. Concepts like gravity are new and experimental to children. They may think they can fly if they jump off the playground, so the sooner
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Toddlers and young children have an abundance of energy. Many parents provide avenues for their children to expend their energy, like taking them to the park or enrolling them in a sport. As children get a little bit older, they may turn to technology, games, or reading for entertainment instead of physical activity. But just
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When you’re looking for childcare, the many options can feel overwhelming. When there are so many choices, it’s easy to be swayed by a good first impression, a professional website, or aesthetically-appealing classrooms instead of the truly important details like safety and meal plans. Five things should be a top priority when looking for a
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Choosing the best childcare option for your family can be an overwhelming task! There are dozens of choices in the Beavercreek area, and while it’s terrific to have many options, it’s challenging to weed through the differences and make a final decision. In your research on local childcare, you may see options for home childcare.
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When someone else is watching your child, it’s understandable to wonder what occupies your child’s time. Are they learning? Getting physical activity? Making friends? Eating nutritious meals? Here’s a peek into what your child will experience every day at Days of Discovery. Structure and Routine Structure and routine are vital to a child’s sense of
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There are dozens of daycares in Greene County. How do you know which is best for you and your child? One important factor to consider is a daycare’s county. Certain counties and cities have more funding, schools, or higher safety ratings than others. Here are some reasons why Beavercreek is one of the best areas
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