We welcomed more than 500 early childhood educators to the Leadership & Early Childhood Conference on Oct. 23-24. The event featured nationally-known keynote speakers, dozens of educational exhibitors, interactive training sessions and gave attendees the opportunity to connect with their peers.
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The Magic of Music: How Singing Transforms a Child’s Brain
The secret to boosting your baby’s future math, reading and language skills is already sitting in your favorite music playlist. Whether you’re listening to the throwback hits of Britney Spears or turning on the rhymes and rhythms of Sesame Street, any kind of music helps your child’s brain develop—even if it’s a silly song about gummy bears.
Music acts like brain superfood for babies, shaping how your child learns, talks and connects with the world. You don’t need a perfect singing voice to make a difference—just a little rhythm during your daily routine. Read on for more benefits.
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Enjoy These No-Bake Monster Cookies
Cooking and baking with your child is a great way to teach them about about math, help improve fine motor skills and increase confidence. This is a life-long skill that you can start early with your toddler or preschooler.
Sow Seeds of Fun, Education and Nutrition With a Garden
Spring is on its way! Take advantage of more time outside with your child by starting a garden. Vegetable gardening is a great way to introduce many concepts like biology, ecology, botany, math and so much more. Plus, the process allows your child to see where food comes from. If you have a picky eater, this is also a great way to get them interested in eating what they grow.
Whether you have a spacious area to plant rows of fruits and vegetables or you’re working with a few herbs in a pot, here are some tips to get you started.
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Avoiding the Summer Slide
Summer is finally upon us and children are enjoying the relaxed days and nights. But there’s always a worry about what has been coined “summer slide.” According to a recent study, children between the third and fifth grades lose 20% of their school-year gains in reading and 27% in math during summer break.
The good news is that there are fun, educational activities that can help prevent the slide. Here is a list of ideas that you and your family can incorporate into your lazy days of summer: