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We’re Making a Dream Come True!
Our students are holding events to raise money for a very special cause. Draya is an 8-year-old girl who was born with a heart defect. She has undergone several surgeries and countless hospital visits for treatment, but her life is…
PODCAST: Practical Tips for a Stress-Free Holiday Season with Small Children
The holidays are just around the corner! That means parents of babies and toddlers are looking forward to time spent with family, but many are also wary of how they will handle their little ones through all the stresses that…
‘Talking’ Math With Your Child Can Help Them Better Understand Math Concepts
New research suggests that talking about simple math during everyday interactions with your child can help them develop a stronger understanding of math concepts. A recent meta-analysis by researchers from the University of Pittsburgh and the University of California, Irvine…
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work
Parker-Chase Preschool Students Make a Girl’s Cheerleading Dream Come True Students at our Parker-Chase Preschools in Atlanta worked together to help make a dream come true for a young girl. On Sunday, December 10, at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, 8-year-old…
Meet the Teachers: Samantha
Samantha Scott is the Infant Curriculum Coordinator at our West Cobb campus. A passionate educator who loves children, Samantha has been with Parker-Chase for five years. It’s a job she loves and says she is meant for. “I’ve always loved…
Parents Experience ‘Night in Their Child’s Shoes’ and Learn About Conscious Discipline
Earlier this month, Parker-Chase Sprayberry invited families in for a special “Night in Your Child’s Shoes” event. Families were able to experience the school the way their children do as they explored their classrooms with a quick sample schedule of…
5 Children’s Books Set in Georgia That Parents Will Enjoy, Too
With a deep history, diverse population, and varied topography, Georgia has been the setting of many books, including some of the best-known classics in American literature. With such a rich literary status, it’s no surprise that many children’s books take…
Meet the Teachers: Yessenia (North Peachtree City)
At Parker-Chase, some of our teachers discover their passion by accident. For Yessenia Rodriguez, a 3-year-old classroom teacher at Parker-Chase in North Peachtree City, Georgia, that discovery came with the help of family. There are many teachers in Yessenia’s family,…
Traveling with Toddlers During the Holidays
As the holiday season approaches, the stress of traveling is inevitable. Traveling alone can be nerve-racking but traveling with toddlers takes that stress to another level. The best way to get through a trip with your little ones with as…
The Benefits of Raising a Pet
Has your child ever tried to convince you to get them a pet? As parents, especially when limited on time, we might resist because of the additional responsibilities and headaches a pet can cause. However, what may seem like headaches…
5 Child-Friendly Restaurants in Plano, Texas
As parents, we all understand how important it is to try new things with our children because it allows for more quality time. One of the best ways to do so is by trying different restaurants. Not only is going…
Things to Consider When Dealing with Sibling Rivalry
As parents, it’s important to know that if you have more than one child, sibling rivalry is always almost inevitable. It’s normal for families to have problems because no family is perfect. The best thing to do when your children…
4 Tips To Establish A More Active Lifestyle With Your Children
Whether you’re an adult or a child, it’s important to maintain an active lifestyle. Exercise helps us release the stress and tension that we face in our daily lives. An active lifestyle has many benefits such as improving both your…
Sharing With Others
“Sharing is caring,” is a phrase that gets thrown around a lot for new parents trying to teach their children how to share. Does that mean a child who doesn’t like the idea of sharing doesn’t care about others and…
Social Skills for Preschoolers
Social skills are important for a child’s healthy development, but they don’t always come naturally. As parents, we need to foster and guide their growth, so your child can reach their fullest potential in life. The best way to teach…
The “Do It Now” Approach
Procrastinating is a natural part of development for some children. Though it’s not the best quality to have, you should expect it as a parent and be ready to help your child grow out of it. Getting children to stop…
Dealing With Nightmares
Nightmares are not pleasant, but we have them sometimes. Perhaps something was on our mind before going to bed, or we remembered a scene from a scary movie. Whatever the cause, nightmares are only our imagination. However, they can seem…
Manners Make a Difference
Manners seem to be in short supply nowadays. Where did minding our P’s and Q’s go? Sometimes it may seem like nobody holds the door open or covers their mouth when they sneeze anymore, which means guiding our children to…
How to Correct Your Child’s Bad Eating Habits
Some of our kids will refuse to eat their veggies. What is it about those green things anyway? Some of them will only eat mac and cheese and hotdogs. What are hotdogs even made out of? And still others will…
10 Fun Things to Do with Kids in Plano and Carrollton
If you have kids, you probably spend a lot of time looking for activities to help keep them entertained. If you happen to live in Plano or Carrollton, Texas, you will have no shortage of options to choose from. Plano…
Bedwetting Solutions for Your Kindergartener
Once you’ve gotten past one of the most difficult stages in early childhood development – potty training – you may find yourself facing something just as challenging – bedwetting. Nighttime involuntary urination usually becomes a concern around 5 or 6…
Preschool Parenting 101: How to handle a picky eater
Picky eating is normal during the toddler and preschool years. Luckily, it is typically a phase that will pass! There are many creative ways of handling a picky eater. Below are some tips to help you deal with your picky…
How is preschool different from daycare?
Choosing the right early childhood education center for your little one can be difficult. This decision is critical because you want to set a good foundation for your child starting at the youngest possible age. From daycare centers to preschools,…
How to Keep Kids Learning After School
When your child steps foot outside of the classroom at the end of the school day, learning doesn’t stop. Children are constantly receiving an informal education from their environment, and from what parents teach them at home. Learning through experiences…
Surprising Childcare Discipline Solutions that Just Might Work
Are your typical discipline techniques just not cutting it anymore? Many childcare experts have become extremely creative with the tactics they use to keep the peace in the household or the classroom – and you can too! Remember, each child…
5 Advantages of Hand-Me-Downs
Although it’s nice to make each child feel special with a brand new toy or a new set of clothes, there are many benefits to hand-me-downs! Certain items are extremely easy to pass on from child to child. Whether you…
10 Superfoods for Preschool Kids and Toddlers
A healthy diet lays the foundation for a healthier child. Toddlers and children in preschool have such small tummies, so it’s important to pack every mouthful with as much vitamins and nutrients as possible. While candies, chips, and cupcakes are…
5 Tips to Make Your Bathroom a Kid-Friendly Space
In daycares and preschools, the bathrooms are designed specifically to make it as easy as possible for toddlers and young children to use. Extra care is taken at daycares and preschools to make sure that toilets are lower to the…
How to Prepare Your Child for the First Day of Preschool
The first day of preschool can be a big transition for both children and parents. If your child has never attended a daycare before, or if they are starting at a new preschool, the first day of school may be…