Aug 11, 2021 | Child Development, Parents, Social & Emotional
You can download this infographic HERE. Children learn about relationships from the adults who care for them. Being genuine in what you say and do creates honest, authentic relationships built on trust. This is true of your relationships with adults and...
Aug 2, 2021 | Developmental Milestones, Kindergarten, Parents, Transitions
You can download this infographic HERE. Starting kindergarten can feel like a big transition for both kids and parents. There are many things you can do to get your kids ready for this exciting...
Jul 23, 2021 | Providers & Educators
You can download this infographic HERE. Grant writing tips for early childhood professionals from our partners at WY Kids...
Jul 22, 2021 | Child Development, Developmental Milestones, Nutrition & Exercise, Transitions
You can download this infographic HERE. It starts with rolling, and then crawling, and before you know it your baby is walking … and running! You can support your baby through mobility transitions by encouraging and...
Jul 22, 2021 | Child Development, Developmental Milestones, Nutrition & Exercise, Transitions
You can download this infographic HERE. It all starts with rolling. Whether your baby rolls from tummy to back or back to tummy, or does a half-roll to the side, this means your baby is officially mobile! You can support your baby through mobility transitions by...
Apr 14, 2021 | Parents
Download this infographic HERE. Caring for children is a great joy—and a great responsibility. The better you take care of your whole self, the better you’ll feel. Modeling good self-care helps kids learn healthy habits, too....
Apr 12, 2021 | Child Development, Parents, Providers & Educators
You can download this infographic HERE. In recent years, researchers have learned a lot more about how early experiences shape children. These are great things to know and remember when it comes to early child...
Mar 31, 2021 | Parents
You can download this infographic HERE. Parenting is demanding; it takes a lot of energy. But looking out for your wellbeing – physically, mentally, and emotionally – will help both you and your family...
Mar 18, 2021 | Parents
You can download this infographic HERE. “Positive Parenting” isn’t about being perfect or always being cheerful. Instead, it gives words to what parents do every day – challenges included – and keeps the big picture in mind. These nine key elements power a positive...
Mar 10, 2021 | Child Development, Social & Emotional
Mindfulness allows us to observe our surroundings, thoughts, and feelings, and to develop self-awareness. Mindfulness can teach your kids to focus, help them regulate their emotions, and improve their concentration. These being mindful together with these easy...
Mar 8, 2021 | Parents, Transitions
You can download this infographic HERE. There’s a lot to think about when choosing a child care or early educational environment for your family, because it’s an important decision! Thinking about quality of care will help you narrow down your choices. Consider...
Mar 4, 2021 | Nutrition & Exercise, Parents, Transitions
You can download this infographic HERE. There’s a lot to consider when choosing a pediatrician, because you want them to be the right fit for your family. These considerations will help you make the best...
Feb 23, 2021 | Child Development, Communication, Language, & Reading, Parents, Providers & Educators, Social & Emotional
You can download this infographic HERE. “Serve and return” is about the everyday, back and forth interactions you have with your kids. It’s the practice of noticing and responding to their cues with eye contact, words, a hug, or other easy actions. These show...
Feb 4, 2021 | Child Development, Nutrition & Exercise, Parents, Transitions
You can download this infographic HERE. It’s important to feel comfortable with your pediatrician and to have an open line of communication. Well checks are a perfect time to talk about how your baby is growing and what you can expect over the following months....
Jan 26, 2021 | Parents, Transitions
The first thing you should know while your kids are learning from home is that you are already doing things right! The foundation for all learning is caring and supportive relationships in an environment that is safe, predictable, and nurturing, and home provides each...
Jan 22, 2021 | Developmental Milestones, Kindergarten, Parents, Transitions
We can be more helpful to our kids if we acknowledge that the transition to kindergarten is a big life step for adults as well. Think about what will help you through this developmental milestone, whether that’s information, support from friends and family, networking...
Jan 19, 2021 | Developmental Milestones, Kindergarten, Parents, Transitions
The transition to kindergarten is exciting! For kids, it’s an opportunity to learn new things, master new skills, and build new relationships. But this transition can also be a time of uncertainty about the unknown, as routines, environments, and people change. Here...
Jan 13, 2021 | Parents
Resources for Parents to Help Your Kids Thrive From Amanda Henderson, Safe Children Helping your little ones grow, learn, and thrive can be a tough task for parents, and there is no one trick to make it less difficult. With these helpful parenting resources, however,...
Dec 22, 2020 | Child Development, Parents, Transitions
Taking your little one to child care can be a difficult decision and an emotional experience. Here are a few ways to ease the transition. Here are a few ways you can help ease your baby’s transition into their first child care setting. Prepare for the change...
Dec 21, 2020 | Kindergarten, Parents
Your kids’ success in their child care and early learning environments begin with relationships: parent-child and parent-provider or parent-teacher. Each relationship is key to your child’s early development and learning because, within relationships, we build trust...
Dec 18, 2020 | Child Development, Nutrition & Exercise
Developing strong and healthy bodies has to do with the food children eat, the physical activities they participate in, their ability to help themselves meet basic needs, and the ways in which they use the muscles in their bodies. The Strong & Healthy Bodies...
Dec 9, 2020 | Child Development, Parents, Transitions
Whether your kids are entering from a child care setting or coming from home, you can help them smoothly transition into their next early learning experience! Talk about the change • You can mentally prepare your kids by talking about going to school, reading books...
Dec 7, 2020 | Child Development, Social & Emotional
Sense of Self & Relationships refers to the social and emotional development children go through during which they begin to understand who they are, what they are feeling, and what to expect when interacting with others. Within this Domain of Development, children...
Dec 4, 2020 | Child Development, Parents, Transitions
Taking your little one to child care can be a difficult decision and an emotional experience. Here are a few ways to ease the transition from being at home together to being apart for the first time. Know that you have a choice Visit the centers or home care...
Nov 10, 2020 | Child Development, Communication, Language, & Reading
Communication is the ability and desire to connect with others by exchanging ideas and feelings, both verbally and non-verbally. The Communication Domain of Development includes literacy, different expressions of language, and understanding the meaning of feelings and...
