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"At Windy Hill Play, we believe that every child thrives when parents and caregivers work together! 🌟💕 Here’s how we can team up to support your little one’s growth: 1️⃣ Share your child’s interests and routines with us. 2️⃣ Join our events and workshops for a hands-on connection. 3️⃣ Let’s align habits at home and in care for consistency. 4️⃣ Celebrate every milestone—big or small—together! 💬 How do you stay involved in your child’s care? Share with us in the comments! Together, we can nurture happy, confident, and curious learners ready to explore the world. 🌈 #WindyHillPlay #ParentProviderPartnership #HappyKids #ChildcareSupport #ParentingJourney"

EGG Toolkit has proven results. In just 30 minutes per day, evaluation from the University of Minnesota’s Center for Early Education and Development (CEED) showed that EGG Toolkit had positive impacts on age-appropriate classroom behavior. That translates to calmer classrooms! LEARN MORE: https://ow.ly/yUbK50Ttn9W #EarlyChildhood #EarlyChildhoodEducation

❗ It’s an exciting time of life when a child starts Pre-K and Kindergarten! It can also feel overwhelming. We’ve got you covered! ✅ We have helpful tips and resources for parents in navigating registration. 🔎 Explore more here: https://lnkd.in/gDd6_qNz

Learning and life skills are acquired through every day activities, play and by practising those skills. Learning and skill development in a caring and supportive environment over stats and league tables ... #learninganddevelopment #lifeskills #earlychildhood #learningthroughplay

Calmer classrooms = JOY! Here is one teacher's experience using EGG Toolkit with children in their classroom: “They don’t act out. They explain why they need space and are in tune with their feelings.” Learn how EGG Toolkit creates and nurtures joy: https://lnkd.in/gWwQugsA #EarlyChildhood #EarlyChildhoodEducation

New FREE Episode Alert! 🎯 Mark Stewart on Left-Handedness and Laterality - Essential Insights for Early Years Practitioners! Discover the often-overlooked world of left-handedness and how it impacts young children's development in this eye-opening interview with Mark Stewart, co-owner of Left and Right and advocate for left-handed children's education.https://https://lnkd.in/ecndBav6 In this session you'll learn: 🖐️ How to identify left-handedness in children from an early age - sometimes even before they start walking! 🧠 The fascinating connection between left-handedness and creativity, sports ability, and learning styles ✂️ Why "ambidextrous" scissors aren't really ambidextrous, and how to properly support left-handed children with the right tools 👀 The crucial role of cross-laterality (when dominant eye and hand don't match) in coordination and learning 📝 Practical strategies to support left-handed children with everyday tasks, from handwriting to cutting and crafts 🎯 Simple classroom adjustments that can make a huge difference in a left-handed child's confidence and success Don't miss this opportunity to ensure you're providing the best possible support for children who are left-handed in your setting! https://lnkd.in/ecndBav6

Infants and toddlers rely on YOU to create the foundation for their growth and development. Are you confident that your routines and environment are setting them up for success? Join us on Tuesday, December 17th, from 1:00–2:00 PM CST for an impactful Zoom session with early childhood expert Kim Woehl where we'll: 🌟 Dive into Developmentally Appropriate Practices (DAP) for our youngest learners. 🌟 Unpack how small adjustments in routines and space can create big developmental gains. 🌟 Align DAP strategies with the KCF Framework and CDA standards for healthier, happier children. Registration is almost full—don't wait! Be part of the conversation that helps shape their tomorrow. 👉 Register at the link in comments. #inclusionmatters #ece #infantcare #toddlerdevelopment #mneducators

Children love to explore and having a safe home environment allows them to do this to the fullest extent! The more opportunities kids have to safely explore, touch, taste, smell, and look at things, the more they develop and learn. Children are curious and love to experiment- that’s how they learn and master skills. We want to provide a safe place for all that learning to occur! Check out our recent blog post, "Keeping Kids Safe in the Home," on the Early Childhood Hub blog now!  https://lnkd.in/g-s8FBUa    #ParentingBlog #ParentingTips #LaneCounty 

Join us for a discussion on how to use tools to help children connect and grow during periods of change. Learn more--> https://lnkd.in/gAFHgSxQ #navigatingtransitions #childfeelings #exploringstrengths #improveplaytime