Shapes can be found anywhere and any time– including at snack time! From rectangular shaped slices of cheese to round berries, foods offer an everyday opportunity for children to discover different shapes. Learning about shapes is a stepping stone toward kindergarten readiness and math learning in elementary school and beyond. In this article, we share five simple ways to incorporate learning about shapes into your ECE program’s snack time, so you can make exploring this foundational math skill fun, relevant, and engaging!
Toddlerhood is a fun and exciting stage of development that is filled with growth and learning. As toddler educators, we have the impactful role of building and facilitating a high-quality curriculum that supports the learning and development for the little ones in our care. In this article, we explore toddler development and share ideas for creating an enriching and engaging curriculum for these little learners.
Because toddlers have not yet learned to regulate their emotions, they can be overwhelmed by the continual cycle of excitement and frustration that characterize this lively stage of development. These overwhelming emotions, coupled with strong opinions and still-forming self-control skills are often expressed as challenging behaviors. In this article, we explore common behaviors of toddlerhood and share tips for responding with patience and compassion.
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