Whether introducing a gardening theme or simply looking for ideas to get kids out in nature, these preschool gardening activities will keep the kids busy and learning in simple ways. Most of these are hands-on activities for the garden, but there are also ideas of educational activities to support the garden theme such as games, …
Holistic Development
Stories can be a great way to teach young children about diversity and tolerance. Books do not only teach young children about others, but they can also provide a form of representation. It is comforting for a child to see their own religion, race or identity represented in stories. Diversity isn’t just about cultural differences …
During early childhood and even beyond, the best approach to education is a holistic one. Here’s an overview explaining what holistic development is, what the 5 aspects that make it up are, and why holistic development is important. What is Holistic Development? Holistic development is about developing all aspects of a child. It takes into …
Holistic development is crucial during the early childhood years. Here are some holistic development examples and simple activity ideas for parents and teachers. What is Holistic Development of a Child? What is holistic development? Holistic development in children is about supporting and growing the whole child, in all their areas of development. There are five …
In order for children to develop into happy and functional adults, it is important that they are raised holistically. Let’s take a look at what holistic development is, what the 5 aspects of holistic development in childcare are, as well as what you as a parent or teacher can focus on in order to develop …
Holistic development is a commonly used term in the child development field. Here’s the definition of holistic development and why it’s important for you as a parent or teacher to be aware of it. Holistic Development Meaning What is holistic development in child development? Holistic development refers to a child’s development in all areas – …
Little children are full of energy and it often seems like their batteries will never run out, but they also get overwhelmed, overstimulated and anxious. Sometimes, all they need is a change of pace or activity to calm their nerves or reset. While you can encourage activities such as breathing, closing your eyes or getting …
Let’s be honest. Cooking, especially when you have young children, can feel like a huge chore on most days. In the classroom, it can be messy and complicated to prepare food. But did you know there are many learning opportunities for young kids when you get them involved? There are also a multitude of benefits …
Why are the early years so crucial for a child’s development and why is there so much focus on childhood learning? Here are 10 reasons. The importance of early childhood development lies in how early learning shapes a child’s life. It may seem that learning starts when children begin formal schooling, however, it starts right …
The first 6 years of a child’s life is the time when all the foundational skills are being developed. These are carried into the formal schooling years. Read on to find out what the most important developmental skills for preschoolers are and how parents and teachers can build them through play. They are based on …
The early years are a time when children are learning and growing at a rapid rate. As a parent or teacher, you may want to know what is the best way for your children to spend their time. Here is a breakdown of the five best activities for early childhood development. When does most of …
What is school readiness and how exactly do you know if a child is ready for school or not? This guide, written for teachers and parents, is an overview and includes a school readiness checklist for easy reference. Read on to find out what school readiness is, how to know if a child is ready …