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Category Archives: Innovation

Cooperative Learning in School: How Casa de Corazón Builds Community Through Collaboration

In researching childhood programs, you may have heard of “cooperative learning.” Cooperative learning is a method where children work together in small groups, building knowledge, language and social skills simultaneously. At Casa de Corazón, it is not just a strategy—it’s the heartbeat of how our classrooms work. This method promotes learning, fosters respect and nurtures…

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Are Dual Immersion Programs Good? What Research Says About Bilingual Learning

Yes, dual immersion programs are good for children. Decades of educational and cognitive research show that high-quality bilingual programs support stronger executive function, academic achievement, cultural awareness and long-term cognitive flexibility. But despite this mountain of research, many parents are hesitant to enroll their children in dual immersion programs. Maybe you’re thinking that your child…

The Benefits of Water Play for Toddlers

Water play can be a great way to encourage healthy development in children as young as infants. Playing with water helps kids build key motor skills, visual perception and cognitive abilities. When kids play with water in groups, they are also able to practice social skills with their peers. This article will take you through…

Early childhood education teacher engaging with students in play-based learning

The Importance of Early Childhood Education

Early childhood education (ECE) is the curriculum designed to teach kids from birth to ten years old. ECE programs like ours take advantage of the huge developmental potential of early childhood. Founder and CEO of Casa, Natalie Standridge says, “A high-quality ECE program goes beyond basic care; it fosters an environment that celebrates each child’s…

Are Eco Friendly Cloth Diapers Better for Infants?

Diapers are a necessary part of life when raising your precious infant. Choosing the type of diaper to use for your child involves consideration of various factors, including personal preference and lifestyle, so it’s essential to research cloth diaper benefits, the types of eco-friendly diapers available, and how they compare to disposable diapers. Understanding your…

Learn About our Food Program!

Food is a fascinating topic. Although we know much more about nutrition and diet than we did even ten years ago, there is still an aura of confusion. But certain things remain true. We must eat whole foods such as fruits, vegetables, carbohydrates, proteins, and healthy fats to help our good gut bacteria do their…

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The Importance of Teacher Development

Education is a never-ending process, even for teachers. Professional development is not only beneficial for educators as they are able to further develop their skills, but children also benefit from the latest methods being used. At Casa, one of our core values is Perpetual Growth, meaning we strive to constantly learn because it helps us…

members of our staff bringing to life characters in La Casita Book

What is La Casita Book?

It is hard to believe, but this year we are celebrating La Casita’s fifth anniversary! This book came to life as a way to promote and encourage diversity since there is a lack of representation in the children’s book industry. Thus, the creation of this book. What is La Casita? La Casita is a Casa…

teachers from casa doing a food drive for community service

Community Service Ideas For the Family!

“This country will not be a good place for any of us to live in unless we make it a good place for all of us to live in.” Theodore Roosevelt Look around you right now. What are you sitting on? What meal did you just have? What was the last notification you received on…

directors posing for our book drive, one of out giving back initiatives

Tips & Ideas for Successful Giving Back Initiatives

Did you know that 71% of employees say it is imperative to work for a business that gives back? Today, people want to work together and build stronger communities. As a result, they are paying attention to local issues and doing something about it, whether it’s through collecting donations or forming groups to help in-person. …

Experiences Casa teachers training a new employee

5 Tips for Training New Employees

Training a new employee can be a challenge. You’re excited that someone new is joining your team, but along with taking the time to train them, you still have to do your job. So in the middle of this excitement and stress, you might neglect training a bit and leave the individual to figure things…

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NEW Communication Resource Available!

Communication is a very important part of a great child care center. With good communication, teachers can do their jobs better, directors can create transparency, owners can establish trust, and relationships can be built. It is known that when parents and teachers form partnerships, children are more successful in their educational careers. One of the…

100 voices of Casa

100 Voices of Casa

At Casa, we are always looking for innovative ways to grow and further our core values. We seek to be unique. We seek to be trailblazers. We seek to challenge and shape the childcare industry. Every year, our leadership team launches an average of five innovative ideas to positively impact the lives of everyone in…

When Should Your Child Start School?

Many parents struggle with determining the appropriate age for their child to start their educational journey. Determining whether a child is ready for school or not is a big decision, especially between the ages of 3 and 5. While there’s no compulsory school age, most states require children to be at least five years old…

teacher at Casa holding up phone with Casa App

Innovation Highlight: The Casa App

“Casa is moving with the times and making things more user friendly to create better experiences for our families! It is awesome having this app and seeing how everyone’s feedback is making the app even better. ”- Sharon, Edina Center Director Every year, we launch around 5 new breakthrough ideas to positively impact the experience…