International Women’s Day: How Childcare Centers Promote Equality
This Sunday, March 8th Is International Women’s Day (IWD). International Women’s Day has been observed since the early 1900’s and celebrates the social, economic, cultural, and political achievements...
View ArticleFun, Educational Activities to Enjoy at Home
We want all of our families – those in attendance and those who are at home – to still be able to enjoy fun, educational activities with their children. Below are activities families can enjoy right at...
View Article7 Educational Playcare Teachers Awarded 2020 Terri Lynne Lokoff Award
Recognizing the need to raise the status of child care teachers and the need for quality child care, the Terri Lynne Lokoff Child Care Foundation (TLLCCF) created the Terri Lynne Lokoff/Children’s...
View ArticleHelping Develop Your Child’s Sensory and Motor Skills
All children develop their sensory skills and motor skills at different rates and at slightly different times, which is why Educational Playcare’s EPiC curriculum engages children in a wide variety of...
View ArticleHow Preschool Programs Introduce Reading
Preschool programs introduce reading to children in a variety of ways, using interactive activities, learning games, reading activities, and reinforcement activities. Preschool reading programs also...
View ArticleWhy Parents Should Allow Children to Choose Their Own Books
It may be second nature to feel like you should be picking your children’s books, but the fact is, letting children choose their own books is a skill that they should learn at a young age. By allowing...
View ArticleWhat it Means When a Childcare is NAEYC Accredited
When families make the decision to begin looking for childcare, it can be very overwhelming to find a center that meets their needs. Families may be looking for a center to offer different benefits...
View ArticleBenefits of Educational Toys for Infants and Toddlers
Research shows that learning through play is an important part of a child’s development. Though ensuring your child has enough play time is a great benefit to families to allow their children to...
View ArticleIntroducing Sign Language To Young Children
American Sign Language (ASL) is now classified as a world language, the same as Spanish, French, or any other foreign language. Therefore, if a child speaks sign language, the child is considered...
View ArticleQuack Pack: Music and Movement
When you think of children taking part in music and movement, some may think of children running around singing at the top of their lungs or banging nosily on an instrument. Many don’t realize that...
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