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Author: Carolyn Smallwood

Education / Message to Parents

Play ‘serve and return’ with your child

November 14, 2017 - by Carolyn Smallwood

The interplay promotes brain development, long-term growth Did you know making faces and smiling at your baby, responding to gestures, or playing “peek-a-boo” during the first, crucial years of life …

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Education / Message to Parents

A guide to summer fun for your children

June 15, 2017August 14, 2017 - by Carolyn Smallwood

As summertime approaches and the weather gets warmer, children become more eager to get out of the house and play outside. Summer is definitely a fun time of the year …

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Education / Message to Parents

At-home learning activities for toddlers

February 8, 2017February 8, 2017 - by Carolyn Smallwood

The world is one giant playground for toddlers, but it is also one enormous classroom! Toddlers love to learn new things and master new concepts, making it the perfect time …

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Education / Message to Parents

Ways to teach your children to read

August 12, 2016August 12, 2016 - by Carolyn Smallwood - 1 Comment

Each child responds best to different methods   Imagine a child who always assumed they just weren’t “smart enough” finally achieving self-confidence. This is what happened to a first-grader named …

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What young children need to succeed

June 29, 2016July 5, 2016 - by Carolyn Smallwood

During the first five years, 85 percent of your child’s brain is developed, making this a critical time in his or her life. Having healthy environments and positive experiences during …

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Summer programs galore!

June 1, 2016June 10, 2016 - by Carolyn Smallwood

Summer is just around the corner and believe me, I’m just as excited as your children are! For many of us, summer is the time to get out and have …

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Message to Parents

Choosing the right school for your child

May 5, 2016May 28, 2016 - by Carolyn Smallwood - 1 Comment

In Part 1 of “Choosing the Right School for Your Child, I shared a few strategies and ideas on what to look for when choosing a school. One key component of evaluating a school is to ask yourself the question “Am I ready to ‘SHOW UP’ at this school?

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Message to Parents

Choosing the right school for your child

April 6, 2016November 14, 2017 - by Carolyn Smallwood

As parents, we want what’s best for our kids. There are many factors that play a role in deciding what school is best for them.

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