Starting preschool is a major milestone in your child‘s life. It’s an exciting time that may come along with a little anxiety. While many children can’t wait for their first day of preschool, some have a difficult time with the transition. By preparing for preschool, you can curb separation anxiety and feel confident that they’re ready for their first day. Preparing for Preschool With New Daily Habits To avoid any feelings of uneasiness towards this change in your child‘s
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The transition to kindergarten is significant for you and your child! Every elementary school offers different guidance on what kids should know when they leave preschool. It can seem frustrating to find answers that vary widely. The truth is, there is really no perfect way to prepare for kindergarten. Although many experts agree that children should have some understanding of letters, numbers, and shapes,
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The value of preschool can’t be underestimated. Preschool children explore, learn and grow in confidence before they start kindergarten. By attending preschool, your child will benefit from experienced and qualified teachers who can help them develop essentials like social skills, communication, and problem-solving. So, if you’re looking for a head start for your child before they begin their educational journey, enrolling them in preschool
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As a parent, you want to do everything you can to help your child succeed. You may have heard that reading is one of the best things you can do for your preschooler. But why is reading so important? Reading to children from birth lays the foundation for future success. You‘re raising a reader a few minutes a day from your lap! It’s one
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When choosing a preschool for your child you have to consider curriculum options. One choice is a focus on play-based learning. At Dairy Road Discovery Center in West Melbourne, Florida this is our curriculum of choice. Learn more about this learning style and why we believe it’s the best choice for preschoolers. What is Play-Based Learning? Play-based learning is a form of learning where
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As you prepare to send your child to preschool, it’s natural to compare different programs. Likewise, it’s only natural to make sure your child has an enjoyable first experience with school. While all pre-K programs aim to increase a child’s social skills and readiness for school, each program has its own focus. Don’t be overwhelmed by the vast assortment of preschool curriculums. As long
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Florida’s Department of Education has recently found that only 58% of Florida VPK providers properly prepare children for kindergarten. In response, the Education Commissioner has released an updated set of standards that VPK providers must meet. Florida’s Voluntary Pre-K Standards According to Florida’s Office of Early Learning, 4-year-olds moving from VPK to kindergarten must demonstrate age-appropriate skills in 8 areas, including physical development, approaches
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Your preschool-aged child is making great strides in his fine motor skills, language skills, and social skills. As he enters preschool, your child will be encouraged to learn and grow in these areas even more. Preschool will build her social skills through play, interaction, and group activities. How Does Preschool Improve Social Skills? The classroom setting is the perfect environment for children to learn
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As you drop off your child on his first day of VPK, you will probably be feeling a mixture of pride, worry, and apprehension. You might be wondering if your child is really ready for this change. By taking small steps to prepare your child for this next milestone, you can shed these fears and help your child increase their excitement as the start
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If you have a toddler at home, you may be aware of all the different early learning options for your child. You might be feeling overwhelmed trying to decide between daycare, preschool, and VPK. Here we break down the difference between daycare and VPK so you can determine the right fit for your family. What is Daycare? The primary purpose of daycare is to
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