A child asks, “What is Hanukkah?”

A child asks, “What is Hanukkah?”

Parents and childcare providers can answer most questions that children ask about different people. If a child in McDonald’s and asks about someone who is wearing distinctive clothing – say a nun in a habit or a Muslim woman wearing a burka and hijab – the childcare...
Development in Primary Years

Development in Primary Years

Children grow every day – physically, emotionally and mentally. It’s easy to see their physical growth and we support that by making sure they get proper sleep, nutrition and exercise. Emotionally, we watch them go through various stages and teach them social norms...
Are Your Children Ready for a Pet?

Are Your Children Ready for a Pet?

Children are fascinated by animals. How often have you heard: “I want a puppy!” or “Oh, what a soft kitty, can we take it home?” While adorable, a pet comes with advantages and some disadvantages. Whether your family already has a pet (or pets) or you are considering...
Teach Children About Money

Teach Children About Money

Children learn about money from parents, nannies and friends. Our understanding of money begins at a young age and by the time we are adults, it’s second nature to use cash, credit and debit cards. In monetary societies, money is used to repay debts and provide...
5 Tips for After School Nannies

5 Tips for After School Nannies

After School Nannies are responsible for children from the time they are picked up at school (or arrive home on the school bus) until parents arrive home from work and/or when the children are in bed for the night. After school nannies manage an array of activities...
How to Manage Potty Training Regression

How to Manage Potty Training Regression

You want to celebrate – but you’re afraid you might jinx it. It looks like your 2 ½ year old is fully potty trained! They go to the bathroom when they feel the urge without a reminder, and they don’t need any help. There haven’t been any accidents in the last 4 weeks....
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