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Monthly Archives: August 2015

How to Tell if Your Child is Ready for Kindergarten

In the past, age was one of the only factors (if not the only factor) that was used to indicate whether or not your child was prepared to enter kindergarten. But as more time has passed, there are other factors that have surpassed age as a defining factor. While most parents turn to the advice of preschool t...Continue Reading

A Brief History of National Association for the Education of Young Children Accreditation

The mark of accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) matters for child care centers involved in early childhood education. But as a parent, why should you care about this accreditation over others (or for that matter, care about this accreditation at all)? By un...Continue Reading

Ladybug went to Valleyfair!

Thank you to all of our wonderful Ladybug staff for coming to spend the day playing with me at Valleyfair!! We had a great day....Continue Reading

National Early Childhood Program Accreditation Means More Than You Think

When you’re considering different child care centers for your child, it’s natural to feel overwhelmed by options. After all, many flaunt different accreditation and certifications that can make them all seem like great options. However, it’s not that simple. In fact, some accreditation matter much more...Continue Reading

Parent Aware Certification Means Better Individual Feedback for Your Child

If you’re a parent in the Minnesota area, you’ve probably heard of the Parent Aware Certification for child care centers. After all, this critical certification is a simple way to separate the best options for your child from those that are acceptable, but nothing special. One of the main benefits of t...Continue Reading