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| 'Raising Compassionate and Generous Children' |
12/14/2007 |
December is a great time to teach children the joy of giving to others and show them the true meaning of the holiday season. At Primrose, we take a balanced approach to everything we do, including balancing academics with character development each and every day. Teaching the values of generosity,... |
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| 'Food to Share: Caring and Giving' |
11/20/2007 |
The Thanksgiving holiday provides a perfect time for children to experience the special value of helping others within their communities. Shopping for, and preparing food to share with families in need provides children with an opportunity to develop and apply their math, language arts, health and... |
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| 'Using Computers with Children at Home' |
10/18/2007 |
Computers have become an essential part of today’s world. At Primrose our teachers integrate computers into daily learning to enhance children’s cognitive and social development and help them learn to use technology effectively. Computers and the Internet enable children to explore the world in... |
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| 'The World Around Us: Learning About Diversity' |
10/18/2007 |
The new experiences and friendships at the beginning of the school year provide a natural platform for children to learn about how they are both alike and different from other children around the world. At Primrose our teachers integrate character development programs into daily learning to help... |
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| 'The World Around Us: Learning About Diversity' |
9/3/2007 |
New experiences and friendships at the beginning of the school year provide a natural platform for children to learn how they are both alike and different from others. At Primrose, our teachers integrate character development programs into daily learning to help children learn about important... |
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| 'Making Back to School as Easy as 1-2-3' |
8/2/2007 |
The first day of school marks the end to a carefree summer and a return to school year routines. At Primrose our teachers use a balance of play and learning within a structured environment to help students transition back into school. Incorporating preparation, structure, and play into the daily... |
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| 'Are We There Yet? Ideas for Preventing Boredom on Summer Trips' |
7/2/2007 |
July often means travel to exciting summer vacation destinations. Families envision themselves relaxing and having fun at faraway vacation spots. Adding travel activity planning to your vacation preparations can help prevent boredom on trips to and from your vacation destination. Here are a few... |
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| 'How to Beat Summertime Boredom' |
6/6/2007 |
Children and families often find themselves looking for fun activities to fill the extra daylight hours that summer brings. At Primrose, we balance fun and learning each day with engaging activities such as virtual field trips, creative art projects, dramatic play, etc. to beat summertime boredom.... |
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| 'Balancing Fun and Safety this Summer' |
5/1/2007 |
Warmer weather and longer days mark the arrival of summer, but how can you balance summer fun with summer safety? At Primrose we take a balanced approach to everything we do, from balancing learning and play and providing children with equal amounts of fun and safety. Here are a few tips to help... |
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| 'A Well-Balanced Meal: Fighting Childhood Obesity' |
4/3/2007 |
At Primrose Schools, our teachers integrate nutrition into daily activities to help children learn to make good food choices, as well as learn how food helps keep their bodies healthy and strong. Students learn to identify nutritious foods as part of the Balanced Learning® curriculum, practice... |
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| 'Creating a Literacy-Rich Environment at Home ' |
3/7/2007 |
Helping your child become a successful reader and writer is a delicate balance of providing a literacy-rich environment and making learning fun. Making reading enjoyable motivates children to learn skills necessary to become successful readers. Making literacy fun begins early on as infants and... |
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| 'Winter Fun for the Whole Family' |
1/1/2007 |
January brings an end to the holiday season and with its colder weather and longer winter nights. Families spend more time indoors and often find themselves searching for fun activities to cure the “winter blahs.” At Primrose we balance fun and learning each day with engaging activities such... |
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| 'Alike and Different: Learning About Diversity' |
9/1/2006 |
The new experiences and friendships at the beginning of the school year provide a natural platform for children to learn about how they are both alike and different from other children around the world. At Primrose our teachers integrate character development programs into daily learning to... |
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| 'Making Back to School as Easy as 1-2-3' |
8/1/2006 |
The first day of school marks the end to a carefree summer and a return to more structured school year routines. At Primrose our teachers use a balance of play and learning within a structured environment to help students transition back into school. Incorporating preparation, structure, and... |
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| 'Road Trip Tips: Make “Getting There” a Little Less Bumpy' |
6/21/2006 |
Ah yes, the wonderful sounds of summer have arrived once again. “Mom, are we there yet? Dad, how much longer?” Summer road trips can sometimes be a little nerve racking, especially if you have small children. However, according to Primrose Schools, a little advance planning can help take the... |
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| 'Preparing first-timers for first day drop-off at school…' |
6/21/2006 |
The first day at school can be a trying experience for both parents and children. Whether your child is 3 months old or 3 years old, it is important to initiate a routine before placing your child into a new environment. At Primrose schools, we recommend beginning this routine at least a... |
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| 'Choosing quality child care that is right for you and your child…' |
6/21/2006 |
Working parents’ most difficult task is leaving their children in someone else’s care. Ideally, many parents would stay home with their children. However, financial circumstances or the desire to return to careers makes this impossible for many parents. Other parents may explore educational child... |
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