Get to know one of our little one’s favorite teacher, Ms. Ana! Parents will notice their little ones excited for school and running into Ms. Ana’s arms as soon as the door opens. She is often described as a “kind-hearted individual with a loving personality.” Originally from El Salvador, Ms. Ana has been working at…
Play-based learning is a child-centered approach that uses play as the foundation for exploring ideas, building skills and making sense of the world. It’s often guided by educators or caregivers, but led by children’s natural curiosity and creativity. In this article, we’ll break down how the benefits of play-based learning, how it helps children thrive—and…
Winter in the midwest means sometimes the windchill will not be our friend, the car will struggle to start, or we will want to bury ourselves under covers holding a warm cup on our laps. Yet, children might not always have the same idea. They’ll see the snow outside and maybe think the holidays are…