Ditching the Guilt: How to Set Healthy Screen Boundaries at Home
Navigating screens with young children often comes with an unspoken weight of guilt—but technology, when used intentionally, is simply one tool in our parenting toolkit. From using screens as windows for active discovery in the classroom to preserving quiet moments of boredom at home, setting healthy boundaries doesn’t mean eliminating tech entirely. Discover practical strategies for guiding early learners, keeping adults in control of content, and building a balanced “brain diet” for growing minds.
The Summer Transition: Balancing Rest, Routine, and Choice
The end of the school year is both exciting and emotional for young children. As families settle into summer, thoughtful routines, opportunities for independence, and continued social-emotional practice can help children navigate this transition with confidence. Learn how to create a summer that balances freedom, growth, and connection.
Five Practical Ways to Maintain a Sense of Routine During the Holidays
The holiday season brings a wonderful mix of celebrations, travel, late nights, and special gatherings. These experiences are meaningful opportunities for children to engage with family, friends, and new experiences. At the same time, they can be stressors for young children, who thrive on predictable routines.
Supporting Young Children Through Transitions: Building Routines, Resilience, and Connection
Big feelings during small transitions are completely normal — especially for young children. In this blog, our Bambini teachers share simple, compassionate strategies to help parents support children through everyday moments like leaving the park or cleaning up after playtime.
How to Resolve Social Conflicts in Kindergarten
Navigating social conflicts is a vital part of growth for our four- and five-year-olds. At this stage, learning to resolve disagreements in a healthy way helps children develop empathy, self-regulation, and effective communication—essential skills for building strong, positive relationships.
How to Talk To Your Child About School
As a parent, you may find yourself in this boat: How was school today? Fine. What did you do? Played on the playground. What are you learning about? I don’t know.
What Anti-Bias Education Looks Like in Early Childhood
As we embark on the journey of nurturing young minds, it’s crucial to recognize the profound impact that an Anti-Bias education can have on the development of our children.
Virtual Workshop: Co-Regulation in Early Childhood
Self-regulation, the ability to manage thoughts and feelings to accomplish goals or directive actions, has become recognized as foundational in promoting well-being across the lifespan, including educational achievement and physical, emotional, social, and economic health. Co-Regulation Workshop Overview Self-regulation leads to the behaviors necessary for success in school, relationships, and the workplace; however, it’s not internal…
Fostering Healthy Risk-Taking in Early Childhood
Encouraging risk-taking in early childhood sets the stage for a lifetime of curiosity, creativity, and adaptability. Written by: Meg Fitzgerald, Director of Early ChildhoodPosted: November 1, 2023 Risk-Taking is Essential in Early Childhood Development We believe that teaching our young learners to embrace risk in a supportive environment is crucial for their development and future…
