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Tips for Teaching Honesty | Best of June
06/27/2018“Be true to your work, your word, and your friend.” - Henry David Thoreau From the time your child wakes up until the time they go to sleep at night, there are countless opportunities for learning and growing. In classrooms across the U.S., Kiddie Academy teachers are making a positive difference…
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Explore STEM at Home | Build a Super Golf Ball Tower
07/13/2018Children are naturally curious about the world around them. At Kiddie Academy, our educators tap into that sense of wonder and discovery with Daily STEM Challenges (STEM is an integrated approach to Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics). Kiddie Academy’s STEM activities are designed to foster critical thinking and inquiry skills through…
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Kiddie Academy® Celebrates Eighth Annual Storytime LIVE! Event with Pinkalicious® and Curious George
07/11/2018This summer, we are thrilled to invite children and parents to get excited about reading with our free, eighth annual Storytime LIVE! community event. Over the years, Curious George has delighted communities at hundreds of events all across the U.S., and this year, Pinkalicious®, the whimsical and effervescent storybook character…
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Red, White and Blue Handprint Flag Art
07/03/2018Looking for a fun activity to celebrate this Fourth of July? Here's an easy way to create an adorable, patriotic handprint piece of art with your child - in just three steps! This colorful craft also allows you to practice a little education at home. Throughout the month of July, Kiddie…
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Healthy On-the-Go Summer Snacking
06/20/2018When you have young children, summer days are often filled with activities—from beach vacations and BBQs to picnics and road trips. Being constantly on the move makes tiny appetites soar, so you always want to be prepared to prevent rumbling tummies and unnecessary meltdowns. This starts with having the right…
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Pre-School Bullying: Examples and Ways to Correct Behaviors at Home
06/13/2018Bullying. You read about in parenting articles in magazines and newspapers, hear about it on TV, and it's a common topic online. The American Psychological Association best describes bullying as a form of aggressive behavior in which someone intentionally and repeatedly causes another person injury or discomfort. Bullying can take the form…
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3 Easy Father's Day Crafts
06/06/2018Looking for a heart warming gift idea for Dad? We agree there is something extra special when your child pours their love into a gift they make themselves just for Dad! This Father’s Day, plan ahead for some quality time with your children to craft a treasure that shows how much…
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Helpful Tips for Moving with Children
05/30/2018So--you and your partner have decided to take the plunge and move the family. If you are like many families, the decision to move is extremely difficult and often stressful. Every situation is unique and an individual's ability to adapt, no matter their age, is oftentimes unpredictable (especially if this is the…
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Enjoy a Summer Movie Night Outdoors
05/23/2018What’s summer without an outdoor movie night with the children? At Kiddie Academy, we spend a lot of time outdoors, especially during the summer, and we encourage families to extend that into the evenings and weekends. A summer movie night can be an affordable and accessible alternative to hitting the…
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