Some kids run until they crash. Others simmer quietly and stew, internalizing the noise of the world until it becomes too loud inside their heads. No matter the personality, all kids need space to reset. The tricky part is, they don’t always know how to ask for it—and as adults, we’re not always great at … Read more
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
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