Tag: early childhood education
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Reading Development at Every Stage: Simple Ways Parents Can Help
Introduction In Blog 1, we introduced the Science of Reading — showing how the brain learns to connect spoken sounds with written symbols through phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary, and comprehension. In Blog 2, we explored why reading is so important — not only for school readiness but also for shaping the brain, building empathy, Read more
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Why Reading Is Important — From Birth and Beyond
Introduction When most people think about reading, they picture a child in grade school sounding out words or curling up with a bedtime story. But the truth is, reading readiness starts long before your child ever opens a book. From the moment they are born, children are building the foundation for one of the most Read more
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The 10 Developmental Domains Every Parent Should Know (and How to Support Them)
Every child embarks on a unique journey of growth and development. As parents and new caregivers, we often find ourselves wondering, “Is this normal?” “What should I be watching for?” or “How can I help my child thrive?” To address these concerns, we can turn to the science of child development. This field provides us Read more
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Theories in the Classroom: What to Look For in Daycare
We explored the brilliant minds behind early childhood education in my article here: Famous Early Childhood Education Theorists To Know. We then examined how these theories manifest in various programs and what to consider when evaluating a quality daycare in How to Choose the Right Daycare: Curriculum, Accreditation, and Philosophy. Now it’s time to bring Read more
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Famous Early Childhood Education Theorists To Know
When we hear the word “daycare,” what comes to mind? For many, it may evoke images of young children, noisy playrooms, or even babysitting. However, concepts such as education, learning, developmental theory, and early childhood education theorists are often not included on the list. Hopefully, this perception is starting to change, especially after reading my Read more
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What Your Child Is Really Learning in Daycare
As a society, we often underestimate the value of early childhood education and the essential role early childhood educators play in shaping our future. Many times I have heard, “What do children really learn in Daycare?” I would argue that the time from birth to age five is one of the most critical periods in Read more