Early language learning linked to academic ability in primary school
Children who spend more time discussing letters and sounds with their parents are better at reading and math when they start school, says study
5 Ways Failing Helps Preschoolers Grow Intellectually
The parent who fixes mistakes for their kids or plans things out too carefully is denying that child the ability to develop problem solving skills. Here are 5 ways preschool children learn from failure
Preschoolers’ eating, activity and sleep behaviours were impacted during first COVID-19 lockdown, study suggests
According to a United Kingdom study, preschool children have had their eating, sleep, and other activities disrupted by the COVID-19 lockdown
Connecting With Preschoolers’ Families
Online learning can be particularly tough for preschool students, but by connecting with their parents, teachers can make it easier.
It’s not just ABCs – preschool parents worry their kids are missing out on critical social skills during the pandemic
It’s not just ABCs – preschool parents worry their kids are missing out on critical social skills during the pandemic
Integrating Loose Parts Play in a Preschool Program
Children use pine cones, old toys, and more in loose parts play, but it’s important that they also get a chance to play with bigger aspects of their learning environment and shape it according to their own vision.
Cultivating Self-Motivation in Preschool
For the very youngest students, providing space and autonomy to learn through play may be the key to promoting a lifelong love of learning.
LA schools define early learners as ‘high-needs’ to bring them back to campus
Los Angeles County remains in California’s most restrictive tier for reopening but some K-12 schools have found a way to welcome back their youngest students.
Promoting SEL in Preschools This Year
Whether preschool teachers are working with kids in person, remotely, or in a hybrid model, they can continue to focus on social and emotional learning.
Building Community in a Virtual Pre-K Classroom
Foundational strategies of effective early childhood education that teachers used in the classroom work well for remote learning too.