Pointers for Parents
Well rounded, well grounded! Our Pointers for Parents Blog shares tips, resources and activities that aid with child development from Primrose early education thought leaders and parent experts. Try some with your family today! Learn more here: https://www.primroseschools.com/blog/
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How to Build Trust with Your Child’s Caregiver, According to Parents
From setting clear expectations to fostering open communication, there are many ways parents can establish a strong relationship with their child’s caregiver. Our Chief Early Learning Strategy Officer, Dr. Amy Jackson, shares her tips on building mutual trust with a caregiver. Read the full piece to learn more!
How to Help Young Children Feel a Sense of Belongingness
There are opportunities all around us to help children feel valued and included — like using books and dolls to help children see themselves represented in the world or by exploring other cultures to find similarities and celebrate our differences. Read more about how Primrose fosters belongingness in classrooms.
Teach Your Child Sign Language to Improve Communication Skills
For babies and toddlers, being able to "speak" with their hands makes a huge difference in how they communicate and their self-confidence. That's why teachers at Primrose schools use American Sign Language (ASL) cards to help students learn new ways to express their needs and feelings. Visit our blog to see how you can teach basic sign language to your child and strengthen their communication skills at home.
Reading to Infants and Toddlers is Beneficial to Brain Development
When you read with your infant or toddler, you’re not just spending quality time together; you’re helping them develop a lifelong love of reading. From building their language and literacy skills to teaching them about the world, there are many benefits to reading together. As your little one grows into their toddler years, their literacy milestones will begin to show in small but exciting ways. Visit our blog to learn about the power of reading to your child and the milestones to look for.
How to Raise a Child Who Cares
If you want to nurture important values like generosity in your child, start by showing them how important you believe it is to care for others. Modeling compassion at home and in your community, giving to others throughout the year and reading stories about these values, are a few ways to help your child develop into a happy, confident and well-rounded individual. Visit our blog for simple ideas on bringing these tips to life.
Age-Appropriate Chores for Children Under 5
Completing age-appropriate chores is an easy way for children to learn about taking responsibility and helping others. Learning how to give back is an important part of the Primrose approach, and generosity is one of the many important life skills featured in our Balanced Learning® curriculum. Students at Primrose schools give back to their communities by doing household chores to raise money for the Caring and Giving Food Drive. Visit our blog for more age-appropriate chore ideas!
How to Find a Family Giving Tradition for the Holiday Season
Giving back starts with caring! Whether it's writing thank you notes for those in your community or helping at a local charity, there's no limit to how you can give back as a family. Starting a giving tradition is an easy way to teach your child about caring for others. Take the quiz in our blog to help you discover a new meaningful tradition for your family.
4 Things Parents Need to Know About Spooky Season
Spooky season can be so much fun, but it can also be a lot for a young child to handle. Check out our blog for tips on how to help your little avoid the Halloween scaries and feel safe and comfortable while enjoying the fall season. Save this for later!
4 Tips for Supporting Positive Behavior
The holiday season often comes with a change in routine. That can be challenging for young children and can sometimes lead to tantrums, sibling squabbles and general acting out. Try these tips to encourage positive behavior in your little one so you can make the most of the holidays and enjoy extra quality time as a family.
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4 Tips for Teaching Children Responsibility in the Kitchen
Did you know that the kitchen is a great place to teach responsibility to young children? Having your little one give a helping hand as you prepare meals and snacks gives them a chance to practice responsible habits. Discover more about how you can foster this positive trait right in your kitchen.
Fun Games to Teach Your Child Teamwork
Teamwork is an important skill for young children to learn, and they can use it every day when they assist with chores or play with friends. To help your child strengthen their teamwork skills, try making it into a game—like building a tower together or playing make-believe. Check out our blog for more details.
Help Protect Your Family During Cold & Flu Season!
Winter seems to come hand in hand with cold and flu season. While it may seem like the sniffles are everywhere, you can keep you and your family healthy with simple measures like handwashing and cough covering. Read these tips to stay protected from germs this winter.
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5 Tips for Teaching Children a Second Language at Home
At Primrose, our Balanced Learning® approach incorporates Spanish language lessons throughout daily learning experiences. But learning a second language isn’t limited to the classroom—it’s easy to practice through play-based activities at home. Try this fun language lesson with your little one, then check out our tips to help expand your child’s second-language learning!