Technology might not be the first thing you think of when you read the words "child day care center." That said, technology is gradually making its way into the early childhood classroom. With intentional and appropriate use, technology can become an extremely effective tool when teaching young children, according to the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) and Fred Rogers Center position on the subject. You see there are a few computers in your preschooler's classroom, and now you're wondering what "
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Is your child getting ready to start daycare at a school like Youthland Academy? Sometimes well-meaning parents put the wrong things in their children's' backpacks. It is often out of a desire to make their children have "everything" they need and love at school. There are a few things that you may have thought were fine to put inside of your child's backpack, but the following points will educate you on why they are not.
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It might not be easy to find a Montessori preschool or daycare facility near your home, especially if you live in a rural area, but you shouldn't give up. You might be surprised to discover that many traditional facilities operate in a way that promotes independence and freedom of choice in little ways throughout the day. So, if you're touring traditional preschool or daycare facilities and you prefer a center that incorporates Montessori-style teaching methods, look for these things.
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