When we ask our teachers, “What do you love about working with children?” some of the things they say are… “Having the opportunity to receive the most genuine and sincere smiles, love, and affection.” “The day to day interactions, the unconditional love they show, and above all, the joy they bring me.” “To see how…
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Mental Health Instagram Accounts to Follow
Regardless of your position or stage in life, prioritizing your mental health should take the front seat. Yet sometimes, it can be easier said than done. Thankfully, due to our growing open-mindedness, mental health is now openly discussed, and there are many great resources available. Self-care is a great way we can truly grow, find…
7 Tips for Building a Strong Team
What is your current work team like? Take a moment and think about how you feel about them, how you operate, your culture, delegated tasks, etc. Building a strong team takes time, periodic re-evaluation, and consistency. Focusing on the following tips will only make things run more smoothly and improve positivity ratings. At Casa, we…
Teaching Toddlers About Healthy Relationships
We all have different hopes for our children. We might hope that they grow up to be a leader, an athlete, or an adventurer. But across the board, it is safe to say that parents hope their children grow up to be happy. That they grow up to be kind individuals surrounded by positive people…
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…
5 Ways to Encourage Thankfulness in Children
What are you most thankful for? Unfortunately, things do not always go our way, and it can be easy to hyper-focus on the negatives. Feeling thankful is a good practice, and studies have shown that it can boost your immunity, improve your mood, and help you sleep better! Being thankful and expressing gratitude are abstract…
Building Genuine Relationships With Families
We know that building a partnership between parents and teachers is crucial for our little ones. It can be difficult to cross certain barriers as some teachers might not feel comfortable giving advice to parents. As a Center Director or Franchise Owner, you must first work to establish genuine relationships with your families. Establishing these…
Back to School Tips
Switching back to study mode after Thanksgiving and Christmas break can be challenging for young children. And it is understandable! They have not had much experience switching back to “routine mode” like older children and adults have. So, how can you help your little one head back to school at Casa de Corazón and ease…
Cooperative Learning in School
Cooperative learning in school has been around for decades, but it never attracted the same prominence as differentiated or blended learning. Although some people find cooperative learning confusing, it’s undeniably an effective and powerful teaching strategy. But what is cooperative learning, and how does it work? Here’s everything you need to know about cooperative learning…