Back-to-school season is such an exciting time for young learners. It’s the beginning of a year full of new milestones to come, including learning skills, and emotional growth–especially in early education! But it can also be overwhelming for families as they wonder what their child’s early learning and development standards
When putting together lesson plans for the upcoming school year, it can be tempting to dive into reading and math curriculum from day one. There’s always so much to get through, and time seems in short supply. However, it’s worth making time for fun student back-to-school activities in your elementary
BISMARCK, N.D. — Parents and caregivers of school-aged children truly want to be seen, heard, and involved with what goes on in their kids’ classrooms. This insight emerged from the Engage Every Family Conference, held earlier this year at North Dakota’s Gateway to Science, where esteemed education expert Dr. Steve
What Is Gentle Parenting? Gentle parenting is a popular parenting style centered around positive discipline. This parenting style is a way to teach your child important skills while avoiding negative consequences or corporal punishment. The Four Main Elements of Gentle Parenting Are: Understanding your child Showing them empathy Establishing mutual
Struggling to find activities to keep your child active and engaged this summer? A break from school can be fun for kids but also difficult for parents, both in terms of time and cost. Finding activities for kids that are simple and inexpensive is a great way to make memories
Starting kindergarten can feel overwhelming to both children and their families. You can help your child through the transition by focusing on early learning skills and helping them know what to expect before the first day of class. Here are some tips to help your child get ready for many
Kids go back to school in the fall, but you may not know that you must secure your child’s spot earlier in the year. We at Waterford.org know that getting your child registered for preschool or kindergarten can be stressful and confusing. If you are unsure, remember that all children
With all the exciting activities available during the summer, getting kids to read can be a struggle. But if you can find new ways to boost their motivation, your children will have fun reading while school’s out—and keep their literacy skills sharp. Learn more below about why it matters to
Both academic and play-based learning activities play a huge role in your child’s brain development between the ages of zero to five. Offering your child a combination of the two can help support their brain as it grows. What Is Academic Learning? Academic learning is defined here as structured learning
The first five years of a child’s life are full of important milestones as their brain develops. Did you know that a child’s brain makes one million neural connections every single second? While a lot of brain growth happens naturally as children explore and play, you can also help shape
