The act of building forts is very common among kids, and it’s actually a very good way to help children develop different skills. Not only building it, but interacting with it by playing or using it as their own safe space. Somehow, probably due to ancient instincts, humans tend to approach small shelter-like spaces with […]
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Best places to visit in Texas with family
Sometimes we get too caught up in our routines that we don’t take much time to explore our surroundings, especially with kids. However, it’s very beneficial to plan tours and visit interesting places with our families, as we have the opportunity to interact with one another, learn new information and get in touch with other […]
What factors do you consider when choosing a school for your child?
Choosing a school for your child takes time and energy but it’s not a hard task if we know exactly what we are looking for. Why do we need to pay attention to what school our children attend? Because there are basic requirements that will ensure children get the best education and treatment when they […]
Is my child’s anger normal? Helping your child with anger issues
A child in anger doesn’t know how to cope with their emotions and hasn’t learned yet how to self regulate once they face uncomfortable feelings. Even for adults that haven’t had the opportunity to work on emotional intelligence skills it’s hard to manage anger. So, after all, is my child’s anger normal? The answer for […]
Thanksgiving traditions in the US to start with your family
Thanksgiving is a very famous tradition that brings a sense of togetherness among families, neighbors, friends and even tourists from different cultures. The first celebration happened in the early 17th century, by the end of fall season and the theme was to celebrate the good harvest and other blessings along the year, while having a […]
How to improve socialization in early childhood?
Socialization in early childhood is a very important step for a child to become a skillful adult and successfully deal with difficult situations later in life. Interacting with adults and other kids is critical for them to become problem-solving individuals and develop clear communication, tolerance, empathy, flexibility and emotional intelligence. In early education, schools take […]
At home learning activities for babies: 5 ideas
The early age is full of growth: Babies are all about paying attention and absorbing the world and the stimuli around them. This is a precious time to encourage development as they start refining motor, emotional, social and mental abilities. Although the little ones can be very stimulated while attending early childhood educational programs, there […]
What does early childhood education involve?
The experience of raising children can be fascinating if you acknowledge that they are sponges absorbing every bit of information around them. There is a key period of time in their childhood that is very important for their brain development and will play a huge part in their performance further in life. It’s natural for […]
Back to School: Morning Routines!
I think we can all agree, routines are especially important for children. Routines give children an idea of what to expect, which can create a sense of security and stability in their lives. A good morning routine, even for adults, can set the tone and mood for the whole day! At Amazing Explorers Academy, we […]
Importance of Early Childhood Educators
Early Childhood Educators include the team devoted to educating our youngest children from birth to five. High-quality early childhood educators can mean the difference between positive child outcomes, and less advanced development. Positive caregiving in childcare settings is found to be one of the strongest predictors of child development. However, NICHD suggests, 30% of childcare […]