After all these years and countless new children’s book authors, no books steal the spotlight quite like Eric Carle books. The bright colors, intricate patterns, clever construction, and cheerful disposition of his books radiate from the bookshelf and draw in readers of all ages. If...
Thanks to more publicity of international tests such as PISA and TIMMS, most Americans are now keenly aware that the United States’ test scores lag behind many other countries, particularly in the key areas of Science and Math. In response to the lagging scores, the...
Celebrate Earth Day! Not only is it a dedicated holiday for honoring our planet, it can also serve as a transition point from a winter of indoor family fun to a spring and summer filled with outdoor adventure. Planning Earth Day activities for your family...
Like a little sponge, your child may have already soaked up all the fun and learning in this month’s box of Dilly’s Tree House family engagement system. If that’s the case, you might be wondering what to do to keep the fun going—especially when there’s...
Looking to make your preschooler’s Thanksgiving fun AND educational? Look no further! We’ve turned a holiday snack into a Thanksgiving preschool STEM activity. STEM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. Activities that are STEM-based integrate these four areas of learning. Preschool STEM activities help to develop early critical thinking...
If you have older children, you’re probably already familiar with STEM. But STEM education isn’t just for school-age children. Experts say it’s never too early to start STEM activities. That’s because young children are natural investigators. They’re already curious about the world around them. What is...
How important are preschool math activities? Very important, according to research from early childhood experts. Learning key skills through preschool math activities can actually predict your child’s success later in school. According to a report by the Education Commission of the States (ECS), “early knowledge of...
When my son was not yet three, I started my first full-time job. I couldn’t stand the thought of enrolling him in an all-day preschool program. I knew parent participation is very important in a child’s education. I stressed and worried about it, visited nearly...
Children learn in many different ways. Some learn better visually, while others learn better by listening. Other children learn best through movement. Also, many of today’s preschool and kindergarten classrooms include children with special needs. Some children have autism spectrum disorders. Others may have attention...