Provider Coach
This program offers center and family based child care providers help and guidance to comply with licensing regulations, assistance in setting up new programs, and resources for helping children who have special needs or mental health issues.
Supportive Relationships and Brain Development
I love brain science. I am fascinated with the research and findings that have been discovered in the past several years regarding the developing brain. One of my favorite sources of information is the Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University. This is one of the online sites I explore as I deepen my […]
Sparking New Conversations
Recent events have sparked conversations among parents and childcare providers on how to talk to young children about race and inequality. How can children be provided an anti-bias education and learning environment where they are free to explore differences and similarities, and be able to discuss the challenges they face because of their differences? Below […]
Breathing Through Temper Tantrums
Temper tantrums can be exhausting and upsetting for both you and your child. You may start to feel hopeless and that you are a “bad parent” because you may have ran out of options for how to handle your child’s meltdown. Parents, your feelings are valid too! You are not a “bad parent”! Below is […]
St. Patrick’s Day Facts to Share with Your Preschoolers!
These St. Patrick’s Day preschool facts are basic, and easy to build a theme around. If you need some background information, or just want to sharpen your knowledge of St. Patrick’s Day, these fun facts will get you started. Why is it that we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day on March 17th, anyway? It turns […]
Teaching You Children about Black History Month
February is Black History Month, and I have been researching activities I can do with my little one to honor such great men and women. One might feel their child is too young to discuss history related to race, but children are observant and aware of far more than we think. Books https://www.kcedventures.com/blog/childrens-picture-books-black-history-month https://bitsofpositivity.com/anti-racism-resources-for-parents-and-teachers/ 40 […]
Valentine’s Day Heart Bag: Social Foundations
This is a great school readiness activity for developing social foundations. At the age of 4, children should show further progress in developing friendships with peers, even if a bond is formed with just one other child. At this age, children also begin to try and please other children by giving gifts, inviting friends to […]
Ways to Minimize Your Stress This Holiday Season
If you already suffer from anxiety, you might be dreading the upcoming fall and winter holidays. Though many people relish the gifts, the time off from work, the opportunity to reconnect with family, others fear the loneliness, the social pressure, and the judgment of friends and family. If you fall more into the second category […]
Fall Craft: Art
Using just a toilet paper roll, a piece of paper and some paint you can make a beautiful fall tree creation! Check out the website with instructions here! http://www.craftymorning.com/toilet-paper-roll-leaf-stamping-fall-tree-craft/
End of the Rainbow Twirlers: St. Patrick’s Day Craft
Materials Needed: Paper plate Paint Black and yellow paper Scissors Glue Start by having the kids paint rainbow stripes on the front of a paper plate. Let dry and flip it over to paint the back as well. Blow dryers are great if you’re impatient! Grab scissors and start at the outside of the plate […]
Talking About Martin Luther King Jr. with Children
Martin Luther King’s Day and Black History Month are quickly approaching, and I have been researching activities I can do with my little one to honor such great men and women. One might feel their child is too young to discuss history related to race, but children are observant and aware of far more than […]
Co-Parenting and Communication
Communication is important when co-parenting, especially when both parents are living separately. Both co-parents are responsible for communication, but when one parent gets off-track and heads towards conflict, it can be difficult for the other to not follow. Reduce the chances of sparking conflict by agreeing to a few communication guidelines (Boyan & Termini, 2009). […]
Winter Science Experiment: Snow Volcano!
Southern Maryland is finally getting some snow this season! Here is an activity EXPLODING with fun for your next snow day. In a plastic cup or container add: 2TBSP of dish soap Food coloring of your choice (optional, but way more fun) ½ cup of baking soda 1-2TBSP of warm water Place your […]
Winter Time Gross Motor Activities
Gross motor activities are a fun way to teach your kids and get their bodies moving! During the winter, it can be harder to get outside and get your body moving. Here’s some fun activities you can do inside or outside during the winter: Music and movement: put on some music and let your […]
How to talk about “Hard Things” with your children
Within the last year I stumbled on Gahmya Drummond-Bey’s Instagram account, @evolvedteacher. She is a teacher, an author, a TED speaker, and a global curriculum designer. No matter the current event, she always seems to have a coping skill to assist in discussing “hard things” with children/students. She developed the C.A.R.E. (Consider, Acknowledge, Remind, Empower) […]
