Springtime Fun: Easter Celebrations

Did you know that the Easter egg represents new life, and the bunny is a symbol of fertility?   We had a blast celebrating Easter with the children at Tiny Hoppers…

May is Child Care Appreciation Month!

Being in the Early Childhood Education field is an unique experience. An experience that is challenging to describe just in words. But the Early Childhood Education field is changing, slowly….

Is Emergent Learning Beneficial?

There are many learning philosophies out there today. All you have to do is google search ‘daycares’ and your search will bring up a variety of daycares. But which one is…

Are Hugs Worth It?

As parents, hugs are non-negotiable. Hugs can stop tears, end a crying spell and repair arguments. Things like hugs and verbal reassurances do more than curb hard emotions, they provide pathways…

Brain State

Children can seem joyfully simple when they are laughing and giggling. But when frustration hits, it can sometimes be difficult to pinpoint what the actual need is. This can lead to…

A Season For Change

April brings all the reminders of the excitement of change. Whether it be cherry blossom petals swirling in the recent windstorm or new buds poking out from trees and the ground,…