Primrose School of Thornton

Teacher Training Keynote Speaker, Dr. Laura Jana

At our Teacher Training Day, Primrose of Thornton was privileged with the opportunity to meet our keynote speaker, Dr. Laura Jana, the author of The Toddler Brain. Dr. Laura A. Jana draws on studies and stories from pediatrics, neuroscience, social science, and childcare, as well as the world of business and innovation to show parents how to equip their children with seven key skills. Click 'Read More' to learn more about this great training and how you can help your child!

The Importance of The First Five Years

All parents strive to raise happy, healthy and productive children, but new research is changing what we consider to be the skills necessary for success in the 21st century.

7 Lessons I Learned from My Child’s Time in Kindergarten

The shift from preschool to kindergarten is a big milestone for any child. This huge step will be full of excitement, but it is also a time of new beginnings and routines. In the spirit of National Kindergarten Day, we asked three parents to share their secrets to success while their children were in kindergarten:

One Size Does Not Fit All: Tips for Raising Siblings

My daughter was a slow-to-warm-up baby and a well-behaved toddler. She never hit or pushed, but instead used her words — like the time she famously told me at age three, “Mommy, I don’t like the choices you’re choicing me.”

Purposeful Play: 5 Tips for Using Puppets at Home

Play is a crucial part of the social, emotional and imaginative development of young children, but not all play is created equal!

How To Ask About Your Child’s Art

Now if only they would stop drawing on the walls...

A Dad’s Advice on How to Raise Strong Daughters

How do you raise a happy and confident girl? One father shares his valuable lessons.

Snacktivities: Fan Favorites

Who says eating healthy can’t be fun? Making easy snacks is a great way to instill healthy habits in your child while building skills in the kitchen. We’ve put together a list of our most popular snacktivities for you and your little one to try! Click on each recipe to view step-by-step instructions.