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How Montessori education can be adapted to meet the needs of children?

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  The child-centered methodology of Montessori education places a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, freedom, and self-directed learning. Although children's growth has been successfully nurtured by the Montessori Method, it is important to remember that every kid is different and may have different needs. In this blog post, the Montessori Pasadena CA team has mentioned some tips for Montessori schools to meet the diverse needs of children effectively. Let's read it out: Individualized Learning Plans Respecting and valuing each child's uniqueness is one of the main tenets of Montessori education. Teachers can adjust to the requirements of their students by designing personalized lesson plans that are based on each student's special talents, interests, and difficulties. In this procedure, observation is quite important. Instructors may watch every kid carefully to find out about their preferences, learning styles, and any areas where they might need more help...

Ways in which color can affect children in a learning environment

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  When the spring season arrives with bright clear skies and colorful flowers blooming in the garden, we usually feel rejuvenated and rejoiced due to the effect of bright colors in our mood. Such aspects give a lot of positive vibe to people. In a much similar manner, as stated by the teachers of the  Preschool Eagle Rock, CA , colors in a learning environment can bring about several benefits in the learning of children.   We usually associate a lot with colors by the development of their memory. For instance, we can say that a green colored banana is not ripe, and if the banana becomes brown, it has reached the ripest spectrum from where it might start rotting. Thus, by looking at the color and appearance of something, we can say the condition of the same along with its effects.   Let us see what effect color has on the learning of children-   By using different colors, children usually develop pattern recognition and memory thereby absorbing new an...

Challenging behaviors exhibited by kids

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  As children start growing up, they start exhibiting many weird activities that annoy parents greatly, thus driving them crazy. Child Care Eagle   Rock, CA  reminds parents that toddlers are always curious about how and why certain things are happening. As parents, they must tactfully handle the curiosity of the children and not become furious at them. Here are some of the challenging behaviors exhibited by kids. Throwing out toys and usable items here and there: Children are found to dump their toys within a few minutes of starting to play with them. It is obvious that children have a fickle mind and they cannot retain their interest in a particular activity for a very long time. To avoid irritating or scaring the little ones by scolding them, parents should let them mess up. Also, they should make the kids clean their mess by guiding them and also making the whole activity fun full of songs and rhymes. Showing or telling “No” to...

4 Best Graphic Novels for Kids to read

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  Are you proud of your child’s reading skills? Does he prefer reading over gaming? Does he love to read graphic novels? If yes, then you are at the correct place. Why? Through this blog post librarian of  Childcare South Pasadena, CA  is sharing some popular and must-read graphic novels that you can get for your little ones. Popular graphic novels for children All’s Fair In Middle School by Victoria Jamieson - This is one of the most popular graphic novels among kids. Here the main character, Impy is 11 years old and has been home-schooled all her life. Both of her parents work at the Renaissance Faire. Impy is very much eager to start training as a squire and join her parents. But before that, she has to do something courageous and this book shows his journey to prove his bravery simply and humorously. CatStronauts Series It is an adventure novel where the author has depicted a world that is thrust into darkness due to a global energy shortage. To save the pl...

How to develop reading skills in preschoolers

In preschools, children learn the skills which lay the groundwork for the future. Through their playing, singing, and learning, toddlers develop the skills that ultimately help them learn to read, write, build their math and science skills, and become a successful human being. Like many other preschools and daycare centers, in  Daycare Pasadena, CA ,  also kids develop their reading skills throughout the day, not only during the 'reading’ time. Here teachers use read aloud as well as poems, songs, and rhymes to teach different concepts across all subjects. All their classrooms are filled with signs and labeled objects which help kids make connections between objects and words, and words and letters. Different reading activities children do in preschools: Making character puppets:  As kids learn to read books, they must have some favorite characters. During art and craft time, teachers encourage children to create their favorite character puppets. ...

5 things you should discuss with your child’s teacher

As parents of toddlers, if you want your children to have a successful academic year, it would be wise for you to share all the necessary information about them with their teachers. This will help the  Childcare Altadena, CA  teacher to understand them in a better way and she will be able to support his learning most effectively. If you are confused about what to share and what not to, here you can find five pieces of information you should disclose to his teacher at the beginning of the academic year. Child's health concerns: The teacher should know about the health issues that can manifest during the year and affect his academic performance. If he has any food allergies, asthma, or a chronic condition like diabetes or a seizure disorder, that should be on top of your list to discuss with the teacher. You should also inform your child's teacher if he has any developmental delays or has been diagnosed with any specific condition or takes medication that may affect his c...

Activities for Your Toddler When You Are Working From Home

Are you currently confined to your house due to the Covid-19 outbreak and continue your professional responsibilities from home? Your toddlers may be very happy to see you 24 hours before their eyes. However, most of the time, they get upset when they find their parents are busy with their works. No matter how much you try to make them sit and do some activities besides your side; most of the time it does not work. The teachers of Child Care Pasadena CA informed that the kids want the undivided attention of their parents and when they can have it; they throw occasional tantrums. That’s why here are some activities for your toddlers that they love to do while you can continue to work from home. Indoor Activities: When you have to stay home to stay safe, you have to find the best ways to engage your kids indoor so that they don’t want to go to the park to play with their friends. For that, you have to keep in mind that indoor activities should not be boring. You don’t need any fa...

Choosing your child care center: 3 things to look for

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Choosing the childcare in Pasadena, CA  for your little one should be done after a lot of due diligence. A childcare center is a foundation of how your child is going to interact with the outside world, so a good one will give that a boost and a bad one may scar him or her for life! To help you out, here are some things to look for when you start visiting various locations. First, look at how the caregiver is interacting with the children. A good childcare giver will be on the floor doing activities with them. This is the first time your child is outside without his or her parents; so, the caregiver needs to be responsive, warm-hearted and friendly to make the child at ease. Another thing to look for is the ratio of children to the caregiver; most states have their law regarding this, but as per American Academy of Pediatrics, it should be around one for 3 children up to a year old, and more if the group is in between 1 to 3 years.  Checking the ...