Author: Chloe McCabe
Mixed-age grouping is becoming increasingly more popular among early childhood center-based educational settings. It involves putting children who may be more than two years apart in age in the same group or class. Centers that use this model find that the relationships between child and caregiver are greatly strengthened.
By modeling healthy practices and making eating a pleasurable experience, you are laying the groundwork for nutritious and enjoyable eating for the rest of your child’s life.
Routines give children a sense of comfort and security. Set your family up for success with ParentPal’s free downloadable Family Routine Chart.
Every object is a potential play object. This includes everyday objects around the child, and not necessarily just toys.
Music and movement have become increasingly important aspects of children’s day-to-day lives—on a par with mathematics, science, literature, and so forth.
Researcher Mildred Parten identified six stages of play that children progress through in their first 5 years of development.
Children can learn what’s “appropriate” from observation and discussion, but teaching them skills to navigate challenging or new situations can better prepare them to be successful in the future. Some of these skills include self-regulation and mindfulness—two skills that go hand in hand.
Understand your 12-month-old's development with ParentPal's Milestone Guide. Learn which milestones to look for and how you can support your child's healthy development.
Personal hygiene for children is essential to a healthy lifestyle of killing off germs and avoiding getting sick.
Understand your 10-month-old's development with ParentPal's Milestone Guide. Learn which milestones to look for and how you can support your child's healthy development.
Understand your 11-month-old's development with ParentPal's Milestone Guide. Learn which milestones to look for and how you can support your child's healthy development.
A consistent bedtime routine promotes healthy sleep and a broad sense of wellbeing, helping your child to fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer, with fewer awakenings during the night.
