Four Things Young Kids Expect from a Daycare

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What makes a great daycare? As a parent, you probably have a checklist. But your child doesn’t. He or she only knows whether they like a place or not. Fortunately, all kids, including yours, want the same things. Same things? You bet. That’s because young kids only have a few basic desires. Once met, they’re … Read more

What’s the Purpose of Quiet Time at Daycare?

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Believe it or not, there’s a lot going on during quiet time at a daycare. Most obvious is sleep. Young kids usually need naps in the middle of the day. (And everyone else–teachers, other kids–need them to nap!) However, scheduled quiet time includes more than a recharge. That’s why putting kids into nap/won’t-nap categories doesn’t … Read more

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