1- Relationships with Parents and Other Significant Adults. Children who have a secure attachment to significant adults perceive themselves as worthy of love. Sensitive, loving care in the early years wires the "calm down" switch in the emotional regulation region of the brain, enabling a four-year-old to tolerate frustration better. 2-A Healthy Physical Environment Preschool…
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Aaaaaatttchoooouuummm!
It’s that time of year again! This time of year presents plenty of opportunities for viruses to spread. Chilly weather keeps more of us indoors at the same time, and the holiday season brings together family members of all ages. Colds and flu (influenza) can occur anytime, but appear mostly in the fall and winter.…
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Little monster or vampire?
When Toddlers bite, it is upsetting to all involved -- parents, caregivers and the children. Most toddlers who bite will stop after being corrected a few times. However, some continue to bite. Biting is quite common among young children. It happens for different reasons with different children and underdifferent circumstances The first step in learning…
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First time at daycare? Change of classroom and teacher?
Summer and vacations are already over, but nice warm days are still ahead before the snow hits us! This time of year for many little ones is filled of excitement, anxiety, and changes. New teachers, new friends, new environment... Luckily these ''new '' worries only stick around for a little while. Be prepared for some…
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