Why “Just Play” Is One of the Most Powerful Learning Tools When parents imagine school readiness, they often picture children sitting quietly, writing letters, or completing worksheets. While early academic exposure has its place, research and experience consistently show that young children learn best through play-based learning. At Lyndon Learning Childcare, play is not a […]
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Understanding the Hidden Learning That Happens Every Day When parents think about daycare learning, they often picture children practicing letters, counting numbers, or learning colors. While those academic foundations are important, they are only a small part of what children truly gain from a high-quality daycare experience. At Lyndon Learning Childcare, learning happens all day
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How Families and Childcare Centers Can Work Together to Support Winter Wellness As the weather cools and children spend more time indoors, cold and flu season becomes a common concern for families. Young children are still building their immune systems, which makes them more susceptible to seasonal illnesses. At Lyndon Learning Childcare, keeping children healthy
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Helping Young Children Stay Calm, Confident, and Connected During December The holiday season is often filled with joy, celebration, and special traditions—but for young children, it can also bring big emotions and overwhelm. Changes in routine, extra treats, busy schedules, and large gatherings can feel exciting and exhausting all at once. At Lyndon Learning Childcare,
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How Shared Moments Build Connection, Identity, and Lifelong Learning The holiday season is a time for warmth, reflection, and togetherness—a perfect opportunity to strengthen the bonds between home and school. At Lyndon Learning Childcare, we believe that learning doesn’t end when the classroom doors close. It continues at home, through the small, meaningful traditions
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Why Fall and Early Winter Are Perfect for Learning and Exploring Outside As the air turns crisp and the leaves begin to fall, many families are tempted to spend more time indoors. However, cooler weather is one of the best times for children to explore, play, and learn outside. At Lyndon Learning Childcare, we
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Encouraging Thankfulness in Early Childhood Education As Thanksgiving approaches, many families begin reflecting on what they’re thankful for. It’s a perfect time to help young children understand the meaning of gratitude—not just as a holiday idea, but as an everyday habit that builds kindness, empathy, and happiness. At Lyndon Learning Childcare, we view gratitude as
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Social skills are at the heart of every child’s success—both in the classroom and in life. From making friends to resolving conflicts, strong social-emotional development helps children navigate relationships, express feelings appropriately, and build confidence. At Lyndon Learning Childcare, we know that developing these skills takes time, patience, and consistent modeling. The good news is
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At Lyndon Learning Childcare, we believe that education is most successful when parents and teachers work together as a team. Building strong parent-teacher partnerships creates a supportive bridge between home and school, helping children feel secure, confident, and excited to learn. When families and educators communicate openly and collaborate effectively, children thrive both academically and
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Every child experiences big emotions—from joy and excitement to frustration, anger, and sadness. While emotional ups and downs are a normal part of development, learning how to manage those feelings takes time and practice. At Lyndon Learning Childcare, our teachers work every day to help children understand, express, and regulate their emotions in healthy ways.
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