by Marilee Hartling | Aug 18, 2017 | Uncategorized
As a parent you may have two big feelings about your child starting preschool. You may feel excited about this new milestone, the fun your child will have and the friends he will make. At the same time you may feel sad that your little one will be venturing out into...
by Marilee Hartling | Aug 14, 2017 | Uncategorized
Our Preschool Prep children had a wonderful time in class during the month of July. Weekly Themes included: “By the Sea”, “Crazy Hat Day” and “Put me in the Zoo”. With water in our sensory table the children measured and poured water to make our spinning wheel...
by Marilee Hartling | Jul 27, 2017 | Uncategorized
“You need to be patient and wait!”. Does your child respond to that by actually waiting and being patient? Or does she respond with a tantrum or a huge meltdown? Waiting is hard. And is a tough lesson to be learned. Modeling patience is key to teaching delaying...
by Marilee Hartling | Jul 19, 2017 | Uncategorized
Does your little girl get her handbag, take her “cellphone” out and say “Hello, mommy!”, just like mom does? Or maybe your little boy tries to “shave” his face in the bathroom while looking at dad? Children usually imitate what they see happening around them....
by Marilee Hartling | Jul 14, 2017 | Uncategorized
June was an important month for our Preschool Prep Group as our toddlers and their parents prepared to graduate and leave our program. Our unit theme was “Beginnings and Endings”. We reflected on our progress, looking back at the simple activities our toddlers engaged...
by Marilee Hartling | Jul 8, 2017 | 12-24 Months, 24-36 Months, 6-12 Months, Preschool, Second Baby, Toddler, Twins, Uncategorized
Mindfulness skills have proven to be effective for reducing stress, calming the body, increasing focus and sustained attention and an increase in wellbeing. The purpose of teaching mindfulness to our children is to give them skills to develop their awareness of their...
by Marilee Hartling | Jun 30, 2017 | Uncategorized
4th of July is coming. Are you going out of town with you baby/toddler? Here are Marilee’s Tips to help you prepare and have a great time with your family! Eating Making the change Comfort Entertainment Flying: when is a good time? where to sit? 1. Eating Keep...
by Marilee Hartling | Jun 23, 2017 | Uncategorized
At the park, who is the one saying “Do you want to swing higher”? And who is the one saying “Be careful!”? Fathers parent differently. Moms often protect and dads often encourage kids to push limits. Combining both mom and dad parenting styles can be a positive...
by Marilee Hartling | Jun 16, 2017 | 12-24 Months, 24-36 Months, elementary school, Preschool, Toddler, Twins, Uncategorized
Or is she worried about making friends? It is heartbreaking to think that your child maybe feeling lonely. The effect of loneliness on your child’s life can be more than just depression or anxiety. A child who feels lonely may not be confident and may feel rejected,...
by Marilee Hartling | Jun 9, 2017 | Uncategorized
As we move into summer many of our children are going through some type of change whether it be school ending, family vacations or heading off to camp. It’s important to accept change even though kids may have “worry feelings” and learn ways of...
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