Thanksgiving is a perfect time to teach your preschooler about gratitude. Research has shown that thankful children and teenagers are more optimistic, more satisfied with their surroundings, give more emotional …
Understanding Your Child’s Tantrums
Tantrums are a normal aspect of early childhood development and often stop as your child gets older. However, as they’re happening, tantrums can make parents and caregivers feel powerless and …
Benefits of a Good Preschool Teacher
As a parent, you chose your child’s preschool because you believed it was the best environment to help them learn valuable life skills in a nurturing environment. Well-trained and compassionate …
Building a School Community
At My Place, we value the local community we’re a part of. For example, we recently partnered with a local Chick-Fil-A in a fun Cow Appreciation Day, where our students …
How to Deal with Sibling Rivalry
Parents of more than one child know that it isn’t always smooth sailing between siblings. Sibling rivalry might seem difficult to deal with, but there are ways you can encourage …
Helping Your Child Make Friends at Preschool
The daycare and preschool experience can be incredibly rewarding for children. Not only can your child learn valuable STEAM concepts, but it’s also a great place to learn critical social …
Young Children and Screen Time
With all the apps, games, and online videos available today that claim to entertain and educate kids, many parents and caregivers worry about screen time. According to the American Academy …
Encouraging Toddler Independence
Toddlers are starting to understand the world around them, and they’re curious to keep exploring and learning. You have likely noticed that your toddler wants to do everything on their …
Preparing Your Child for a New Sibling
A new baby is an exciting time, but if you have an older child, you may be concerned about how they’ll handle the change. The good news is that young …
How to Teach Your Preschooler About Sharing
You know that sharing is an important social skill that will help your young child in their future work, school, and personal life. However, you may also be wondering how …