In the past we have written about managing your child’s allergies at daycare. However, aside from allergies, all kids at daycare can be susceptible to food-borne illness, if precautions are not taken. The government of B.C. requires licensed daycares to practice food safety guidelines, which they publish here. As childcare facilities, we can do our part to prevent food contamination with our … [Read more...] about Teaching daycare kids about food safety
8 Educational DIY toys you can make from home materials
As parents, we know toy costs can build up! But thankfully, you can make educational DIY toys from home materials! These can be just as effective as keeping kids busy with store-bought toys. And in some cases, they can be made with your child as an activity, for even more creative fun. You may have thought of doing this before, but never got around to it. Well, today we’re going to show you some … [Read more...] about 8 Educational DIY toys you can make from home materials
Symptoms of dyslexia in preschool-age kids and how to help at daycare
As a parent of a young child, you’re naturally wondering if your little one’s development is normal. This could come when comparing their milestones to kids around you. Are they saying enough words? Do they understand enough instructions for their age? Are they maturing properly? It’s normal to wonder about these things. So in this article, we’ll cover a particular concern you may have as a … [Read more...] about Symptoms of dyslexia in preschool-age kids and how to help at daycare
Does your child need an occupational therapist? Here is what to know
Sometimes, you may notice your child is a little slow in some areas, physically or socially. It may be not making eye contact when talking to others. Or it may be that they just can’t figure out how to tie their shoes, even if they should be able to for their age. Or perhaps they really don’t like certain food textures in their mouth. Maybe they cry when you brush their hair. Maybe they can’t hold … [Read more...] about Does your child need an occupational therapist? Here is what to know
The importance of eye contact in young children, and how to teach it as a social skill
Sometimes, preschool-aged kids are shy. They can hide their faces, or try not to look at a person who is speaking to them - whether or not they are the same age. When they’re really young, we expect that of them. But as they grow older, parents find that the importance of eye contact in young children is crucial, and they need to teach it as a social skill. This was the discovery of one mom, who … [Read more...] about The importance of eye contact in young children, and how to teach it as a social skill
How do professionals evaluate the quality of daycares and preschools?
These days, it’s not too difficult to set up shop as a daycare or private preschool. Of course, all of these companies should be following government regulations and protocols when operating. This ensures safety for all the children being cared for. But those rules don’t always cover the quality of education or services being received. So, how do you know if you’re enrolling your child in a … [Read more...] about How do professionals evaluate the quality of daycares and preschools?