Cultivating Excellence: Best Practices and Innovations for Educators from Imagine Early Education and Childcare

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Fun Ways to Spend Time with Your Child During Winter Break

Winter Break is the perfect opportunity to slow down, spend quality time together, and make lasting memories with your child. Whether you’re staying cozy indoors or venturing out for some frosty fun, these simple and engaging activities will…

Education, Educators, Health & Nutrition, Parents, School Age, Toddlers

5 Fun and Easy Winter Snacks to Make with Your Child

When the weather turns chilly, there’s nothing better than spending cozy time indoors creating delicious treats together! Cooking with your child isn’t just fun, it’s a wonderful way to build fine motor skills, practice counting and measuring,…

Education, Infants, PreK, Preschool, School Age, Toddlers

Understanding the Montessori Learning Approach

The Montessori method stands as a testament to the transformative power of child-centered education, offering a carefully crafted educational program that honors each child's natural development and intrinsic motivation to learn. At its core,…

Education, Educators, Personal, PreK, Preschool, School Age

Fun and Simple Crafts to Do During Thanksgiving Break

Thanksgiving break is the perfect time for families to slow down, spend time together, and create special memories. While the holiday often centers around food and family gatherings, it’s also a wonderful opportunity to spark your child’s…

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Helping Children Understand the Purpose of Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving is more than a holiday filled with turkey and pumpkin pie—it’s a time for families to come together, reflect on what they’re thankful for, and celebrate kindness and community. For young children, the deeper meaning of Thanksgiving…

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Safe Ways for Children to Interact with Animals

Animals bring so much joy and wonder into children’s lives. Whether it’s a family pet, a visit to a farm, or a trip to the zoo, spending time around animals helps children learn about responsibility, empathy, and the natural world. At Imagine…

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Exploring Farms and Cities: Helping Children Understand Their Communities

At Imagine Early Education and Childcare, our themed lessons are designed to connect children to the world around them. This week’s theme, Farm and City, helps children explore the similarities and differences between two very important parts…

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How to Help Your Child with Their Fears of Storms

flashes of lightning, and heavy rain may spark fear and anxiety. While these feelings are completely normal, parents can play a big role in helping children feel safe, calm, and supported during stormy weather. At Imagine Early Education…

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5 Social Emotional Learning Activities to Try at Home with Your Preschooler

Understanding Social Emotional Learning at Home Social-emotional learning (SEL) forms the foundation for how children develop emotional skills, build positive relationships, and navigate social interactions with confidence. For preschoolers,…

Education, Educators, Parents, Preschool, School Age

10 Fun Weather Facts to Spark Your Child’s Curiosity

Weather is one of the first science topics that children naturally become curious about. Whether it’s splashing in puddles, watching clouds roll by, or feeling the wind on their face, young children love to explore the world around them—and…