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How to Calm Tired Toddlers

By hbrAdmin | Published August 7, 2024

Tips to Get Your Toddler to Nap

Putting a child down for a daytime nap can be very challenging. Here are a few ideas parents and caregivers can try to make the job easier. Continue Reading

The Benefits of Full-Day Child Care Programs

By hbrAdmin | Published July 31, 2024

Some parents may be hesitant to leave their children at all-day daycare and child programs, fearing that it may be too much for them and feeling guilty that they are not spending enough time with them.

The Importance of Play in Early Childhood Education

By hbrAdmin | Published July 17, 2024

While playing may seem like something children do simply for fun and does not provide them with any developmental skills, it has a significant impact on their overall growth.

Why Quality Child Care Matters: Impact on Child Development

By hbrAdmin | Published July 10, 2024

Quality childcare is the foundation of healthy development. When it comes to enrolling your children in daycare and school, quality care and education are a must.

Why Send Your Child To Harbor Child Care’s Summer Camp?

By Megan Quinn | Published July 3, 2024

Summertime can be the most exciting time for most children, and certainly the most draining for parents. With school not in session, it can be difficult to keep them entertained all day.

Luckily, Harbor Child Care’s summer camp offers endless activities for your children to enjoy and take some pressure off your shoulders!

Four Ways to Nurture Your Child’s Creativity

By hbrAdmin | Published June 24, 2024

Nurturing your child’s creativity is easier than you think. Even from a young age, little ones learn by exploring the world around them, and the best part is that this can be accomplished with little or no expense.

“Creativity is a life skill that helps children to reach their full potential by developing resilience, flexibility and confidence.” The Crayola company is so committed to this, they have even started a formal creativity campaign. Visit their site to learn more and make use of the valuable resources they offer for children of all ages.

https://www.crayola.com

Celebrating Our Teachers at Harbor Child Care

By Russ Silberman | Published June 12, 2024

Our early childhood education programs would not be possible without our incredible teachers. And because we celebrated Teacher Appreciation Week in May, this post will highlight the people behind the programs helping so many early learners.

The Daily Wardrobe Struggle – Is It Worth It?

By Jan Madura | Published June 7, 2024

Young children often like to express their curiosity and creativity by picking out their own clothing. Many parents worry that their children should look presentable in front of teachers and classmates, but this actually a part of their growth process and plays an essential role in discovering their own personality. While it’s important to work with children and remind them when there are rules to follow, this is a place to let them explore and have some control over what they do. The more choices you can offer at an early age, the less resistant your child will be in the future when faced with following guidelines.

The Importance of Literacy Programs for Young Learners

By Suzanne Mobyed | Published June 5, 2024

From day one, a child’s brain begins forming connections that build the foundation for learning. Literacy programs are essential for children as they grow and approach the stages of entering school as such programs will teach them vocabulary and how to listen, understand, and express themselves. Continue Reading

Preserving Childhood Memories in a Few Easy Steps

By Jan Madura | Published May 29, 2024

New parents often wonder how they will be able to preserve all of the memories they have shared with their children. Ask most and they will agree that some of their most valuable possessions are photos of their child throughout the years. There are a variety of ways to keep hold of those cherished childhood moments, especially when you commit to making this a regular habit.