Preschool STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) activities are an important part of a child’s development and education. These activities not only introduce children to important concepts and skills, but they also help to foster a love of learning and a sense of curiosity about the world around them. One of the key benefits of […]
Circle time is an important part of the preschool curriculum and can teach toddlers a variety of important skills. Circle time is a structured period of time where children come together to participate in a group activity such as singing songs, listening to stories, or discussing a topic. It provides an opportunity […]
Did you know that the first largely recognized Mother’s Day Celebration is due in part to the financial backing of a Pennsylvania resident? Back in 1908, thanks to funding from John Wanamaker of Philadelphia, thousands of people attended a Mother’s Day event at one of Wanamaker’s retail stores. The celebration was prompted by Anna […]
According to Stanford Medicine, most children between the ages of 18 months to 3 years of age experience some type of separation anxiety. Even infants can experience separation anxiety once they have object permanence (as early as 4 to 5 months of age), but more commonly around 9 months of age. If the anxiety continues […]
A question that often arises when mention is made of a waitlist is whether the list is due to a shortage of staff or because all spaces are occupied. Unfortunately, the former rather than the latter is more common. We are so fortunate at Newtown Discovery Preschool to announce that our waitlist is due to […]
It is amazing how many parents wait until just a few weeks before returning to work to secure just the right childcare setting. When is the ideal time to begin this elusive search? Honestly, the sooner, the better. Any quality early childhood program will most likely be enrolling from a waitlist. Like many other […]
Physical development is a domain that is addressed in any quality early childhood program. Although children in these programs are under six years of age and are often too young to display serious athletic prowess, the benefits are great. Playing soccer and practicing ball skills enables children to see that practice does lead to improvement […]
The continuity of care provided by staying in the same daycare program from the infant program to Pre-K is crucial for the development and well-being of young children. In this blog post, we will explore the benefits of continuity of care in early childhood education. One of the most important benefits of continuity of care […]
The number one concern in any group setting is security. In this modern day and age this concern extends to school settings, as well. We, at Newtown Discovery Preschool, are very cognizant of security and take pride in our extensive measures. Security starts before entering the building. Our building has 36 cameras strategically […]
Hitting is a common behavior among toddlers, and it can be challenging for parents to know how to respond. It is important to understand that hitting is a normal part of child development; children at this age are still learning how to express their emotions and communicate effectively. However, it is also important to address […]