After-school activities are essential for preschool-age children. They provide opportunities for play, learning, and social interaction. Engaging in fun activities helps kids develop important skills while using their imaginations. The best part? Many of these...
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Guide to School Lunches For Kids
Packing lunches for preschoolers can feel like a challenge. Parents want meals that are nutritious, easy to prepare, and fun for kids to eat. It’s all about striking a balance. Keeping kids' lunches creative enough, familiar enough, and nutritious enough to fuel their...
Help Your Child With Separation Anxiety at School
Whether you are noticing a fear of separation in your child or just want to be prepared for it, we are here to help. No matter how exciting starting school can be, it can be filled with anxiety. And that is normal! Separation anxiety at school is a natural response...
9 Tips to Prepare for for the First Day of Preschool
When school starts for the first time, it is a major milestone. Even if they have siblings who have already gone through it, sending a child to preschool for the first time can be nerve-racking. As a parent, it's normal to feel some first-day-of-school jitters about...
Essential Back-to-School Preschool Shopping List
Are you ready to give your child the best start in their educational journey? As the first day of school nears, it's important to ensure your preschooler has all the essential supplies for success. With so many options available, it can be overwhelming to know where...
16 Olympic-Themed Games for Preschoolers
Have you run out of activities for your preschoolers yet? It can be hard to keep everyone entertained. Luckily, we have a few tricks up our sleeves for this July! Whether you’re looking for ideas for a birthday party or need to keep your kids busy, here are some...
The Importance of Teaching Kids about Giving
People give gifts for various reasons, whether it's for holidays, birthdays, or just because. Kids especially love unexpected presents. Teaching kids about giving can help shape them into considerate and balanced adults. Let’s discover how generosity changes the brain...
Engaging in Problem-Solving Activities for Preschoolers
Developing problem-solving skills is an essential part of early childhood. Problem-solving games and activities help encourage children to solve problems with sometimes creative solutions. Problem-solving activities for kids teach children to define the problem and...
The Importance of Self-Esteem in Early Childhood
A child’s self-esteem is essential. In today’s society, self-esteem is a challenge for anyone. At Lighthouse School, we believe in setting our preschoolers up for success by starting self-esteem development early. While this can be a difficult topic to help guide your...