From 0 - 2 years babies are totally dependent on their caregivers making the good emotional health of the caregiver critically important. Everything that little ones do from day one is brand new and
Despite all the festivities and joy over this holiday season, many parents report feeling stressed to keep up. Holiday Perfectionism is one of the major causes of this stress.
One of the best ways to set up a good foundation for the love of reading is to spend time reading with your children. Recent research has shown that children who enjoy reading with their parents have
It’s always a good idea to teach your preschoolers their address and phone number for their own safety, in case you get separated. This can be made into a fun song or game through visual pictures
Morning madness begins when that alarm goes off! Whether you have to get to work or your home office, trying to deal with breakfast, bed making, dressing the kids and all that comes with getting them
Depending on your child’s age and adaptability, there can be a difference between the way 3 year old’s make friends and 4 year olds handle these new acquaintances. Usually by these ages children have
Helping children to learn about diversity from a young age will help them grow into adults who have more empathy, tolerance and respect for human life. Learning about different cultural aspects also
As many parents know, the repetition and nagging that goes into teaching children to better themselves, behave appropriately, and become socially responsible is exhausting. A long term study has
Summer is knocking on our doors and road trips are a must this year. Kids of all ages will love the initial concept but as the hours tick on you will have to find some creative ways to keep them ent
Children's early years are, subconsciously, a wonderful time of learning new things.
Preschool attendance can encourage and enhance children’s relationships with their peers.
During these precious
We all want to live in a world where people take responsibility for their actions and choices as citizens. This skill can start very early in a child's development and if handled with humor and in
As children grow up, it’s important to teach them how to treat and relate to dogs, cats, and other pets so both the children and the animals can stay safe and happy. Some children, especially
Studies have shown that, for babies, toddlers and preschoolers, early interaction and daily play with other children, helps young children start to develop their sense of self and helps them learn
The holiday season is usually a joyful time where children get to relax and spend time with their families, relatives and friends. However, with the physical distancing and new restrictions in place
That snippet of time between the end of the school day and the beginning of dinner or evening activities is a critical time for families who can spend time together. It is a daily opportunity for pare
There’s such joy and positivity in singing along and dancing while helping little ones learn. Singing can help preschoolers improve their capacity for learning, tapping into the memory center of the
BUILDING RESILIENCE IN CHILDREN DURING UNCERTAIN TIMES
Post By Pop-Ins | Date September, 17th, 2020
One of the strongest instincts parents feel towards their children is protection from suffering and now, more than ever, we want to keep children from being exposed to the news and disruption of the
More than ever this summer, we have been cooped up in our homes and the preschoolers and kindergarteners have had way more screen time than is usual. Why not pack up an easy to go dinner when everyo
In the early years of child development children absorb new information at a rapid rate. Their physical growth, language skills, social interaction and emotional growth are all areas influenced...
HOW IS ISOLATION AFFECTING OUR TODDLERS, KINDERGARTNERS AND PRESCHOOLERS?
Post By Pop-Ins | Date July, 21st, 2020
Everyone across the world is living their own strange reality these days, but parents of under 7’s are perhaps going through their most puzzling and challenging parenting phase yet as they try to
In many situations, especially difficult ones, children’s books share messages and teach lessons better than any parent or family member could.This holds especially true when it comes to kids
For parents of toddlers and preschoolers, now is not an easy time to be working from home. Since the Coronavirus Pandemic has settled in and we have now been in “stay at home” mode for a good few we
Strange times we are living through right now, but don't panic parents, you can juggle small children at home, and a work schedule. Having a loose schedule and routine every day will help your child d
Adults and Children thrive when there are routines, schedules and rituals within their daily lives, especially now that we are all confined to our homes. Now, more than ever, having your day loosely
“Children are like wet cement. Whatever falls on them makes an impression.” – Haim Ginott One of the most important lessons you can teach your children is that life will have success and failure......
One of the biggest dilemmas for parents to manage is children's anxiety and fears. A parents natural instinct when a child is confronted with a new or difficult situation is to anticipate the child’
Pop-Ins Schoolhouse has always placed the utmost importance on the meals that they serve to their Toddlers, Preschoolers and Kindergarteners. Using organic, fresh vegetables and fruit and preparing
As one of the leading Daycare providers in Littleton, Colorado we know only too well how important reading and literacy is to our Littleton community. One of the most important parts of our day
CULTIVATE GRATITUDE AND POSITIVITY IN PRESCHOOLERS
Post By Pop-Ins | Date November, 4th, 2019
Toddlers and preschoolers are by nature self-centered so teaching gratitude will be tricky initially and take some patience. Persevering, however, will make for more sensitive, caring children
HUMOR CAN MAKE KINDERGARTEN AND PRESCHOOL KIDS SMARTER, HEALTHIER AND MORE RESILIENT
Post By Pop-Ins | Date October, 3rd, 2019
Kids with a well-developed sense of humor are found to be happier, more optimistic, have higher self-esteem and can handle diversity in their environments and with people around them. Not to mention
