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Part I: Cognitive Development Children’s brains grow more in their first five years than at any other time in their lives, according to First Things First. And while we adults fumble, trying to remember what we were going…
Read More The Well-Rounded Three-Year-Old: How Preschool Plants the Seeds for Success, Part IFor some, the words “play” and “learning” are on opposite ends of the education spectrum. Playing brings to mind games, exercise, that special peal of laughter you might hear walking past a school at recess. Learning, on the…
Read More What I Learn When I Play: 4 Benefits of Play-Based LearningThe summer season is upon us, which means spending more time in the great outdoors! Whether you are relaxing by the pool, grilling up your favorite foods, or enjoying some fun at the local park, keeping the family…
Read More 4 Tips to Stay Hydrated This SummerBy Angela Siebenaller, CACFP Specialist The holiday season comes with the opportunity to indulge in many of our favorite holiday treats. While these foods are an important part of many holiday celebrations, children overindulging in treats often ends…
Read More 3 Simple Tips for Handling Junk Food During the HolidaysBy Angela Siebenaller, CACFP Specialist Young children are notorious for developing picky eating habits in their early years, causing agony for many concerned parents. Picky eating can happen due to a variety of reasons, the most common being…
Read More 4 Tips to Help Curb Picky EatingLike so many other child care and early learning facilities, Early Learning Academies (ELA) followed local, state, and Centers for Disease Control guidelines when both closing and reopening their centers. But when Ohio’s Western Case Reserve University recently…
Read More When Cleanliness is Vital: Operating Early Learning Centers During COVID-19Have questions about enrollment, programs, or touring a center? Our team is here to help you find the right fit for your family.
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