It’s National Book Month, which means there is no better time to help your child develop a love for learning through reading. Children who read are more likely to perform better in all school subjects. They have larger vocabularies and are more confident in their academic career. Reading is fundamental for children of all ages. […]
Celebrating National Book Month: Help Your Child Develop a Love for Learning through Reading
Closing the Preschool Gap: Help Your Child Reap the Benefits of Early Childhood Education
The preschool vs. no preschool statistics in Nevada are troubling. Last year, 1,272 four-year-old children in Nevada attended preschool. It is up to parents to start to close the preschool gap and send their children to school before kindergarten. There are plenty of benefits of early childhood education. Preschool will help your child during their first […]
How You Can Teach Your Child Courtesy During National Courtesy Month
Our ultimate goal as parents is to prepare our children to face the world and hope that they help to make it a better place. September is National Courtesy Month. The American culture is so fast and impersonal these days that it is easy to forget the rules of politeness that once governed our society. […]
Back to School Tips for Preschool Parents: 5 Ways to Help Your Child Settle In
It’s normal for children and parents to be anxious about the countdown to the school year! Even if your child has attended preschool before, they will rely on your support to settle in. Here are 5 back-to-school tips for preschool parents to help make this a positive transition for your family. Get to Know the […]
August is National Eye Exam Month: 5 Ways Eye Health Affects Your Child’s Performance in School
August is National Eye Exam Month, it is also the month most kids get ready to go back to school. With both things in mind, getting a comprehensive eye exam should be on your back-to-school checklist. As a child’s body grows, their eyes go through changes. Sometimes, these changes are gradual. So gradual, that the child […]
7 Ways to Enjoy National Ice Cream Month with Your Children & Stay Healthy
July is National Ice Cream Month. This probably makes your kids very happy and your waistline a little concerned. It’s hot, and eating the cool treat sounds like a fun way to turn the temperature down. However, one cup of the dessert has about 260 calories and 14 grams of fat. How do you celebrate […]
11 Ways Summer School Helps Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten
Summer school has a number of benefits for children. It also helps in taking the load off of parents, guardians, and family members that babysit. Reno is a busy town, with many parents working full time to offset the high cost of living. While some summer enrichment programs come with a cost to parents and […]
13 Summer Reading Tips to Prevent Summer Brain Drain with your Preschooler
Is your preschooler a big reader, but you’re worried that summer brain drain might throw them off before school starts? Then consider these wonderful summer reading tips for your child. These summer enrichment ideas are easy to do and should be easy enough for parents to put in place. Read to Them Every Day Most […]
June is National Great Outdoors Month! Tips on How to Celebrate it with Your Children
June is National Great Outdoors Month, and what better way to create great summer memories with your family than by experiencing the beauty of nature together? But how can you, with little ones in tow, take advantage of all that June has to offer? Here are five fun suggestions to engage even the smallest of […]
5 Summer Enrichment Ideas for Your Preschooler in Reno
Summer Enrichment is the number one idea held by parents of preschoolers. Summer camp, swimming lessons, or any other activity that contributes to preschool enrichment, can make the summer a more enjoyable experience for both the parents and the child. For the residents and visitors of Nevada, there are tons of opportunities to provide enrichment […]