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Our Top Toy and Game Picks for Black Friday
Take a look at our faculty recommended Black Friday Toy and Game Picks – 2017
Check out Story Dealer at the Chicago Toy & Game Fair
The Chicago Toy & Game Fair will take place November 18 and 19, and Bennett Day School will be out in full force to discover new, innovative gadgets and devices of the season! ChiTAG is one of our favorite events of the year – not only is it fun, but it also reinforces the importance…
Bennett Day School Featured in Chicago Sun-Times
Bennett Day School was recently featured in an article by Chicago Sun-Times columnist Neil Steinberg. Click here to read more. Want to learn more about Bennett Day School? Sign up for an info session!
There’s Music in Everything
Exposing your child to music at an early age is an integral part of sensory development. It encourages movement, creativity and social/emotional responsiveness. If you’re looking to support your little Mozart’s creativity, gather everyday household items and construct your own orchestra! Tupperware and wooden spoons become giant drums to keep the rhythm while paper towel…
Why Is Preschool Important?
From the age zero to six, there is a significant amount of brain development happening. For example, when a child turns three, they are at a ripe age for language development. It’s important for parents to find a preschool that can foster this development in their child. Learn more from Meg Fitzgerald, Early Childhood Director,…
What Should I Expect of a 3 Year Old?
What goes on in the mind of a three-year-old child? At this age, they’re developing a variety of cognitive abilities through socialization and play. Learn more from Meg Fitzgerald, Early Childhood Director, in the video below. Want to know more about our program and philosophies? Click here to sign up for one of our…
What Should I Look for in a Preschool Program?
There are many elements to consider when searching for the right preschool for your child, including learning philosophy, classroom setup and teacher-student interaction. Meg Fitzgerald, Early Childhood Director at Bennett Day School, explains what parents should look for in a preschool program. Want to know more about our program and philosophies? Click here to…
We Are Bennett Day School
Our community comes from all over Chicago to Bennett Day School for one reason: to join a collaborative culture that nurtures curiosity. Check out the video below to hear what our amazing faculty has to say about Bennett Day School. Want to know more about our program and philosophies? Click here to sign up for…
Essential Book List: Understanding Emotions
Expressing feelings is a difficult thing to master for children. A parent’s job is to guide the child as they develop emotionally, and a wonderful way to do that is through colorful books written for the occasion. Here are a few of Bennett Day School’s favorite stories to help little ones learn, sort out and…
