As parents and educators, fostering an environment where children feel safe, respected, and valued is essential. Remember, the small steps you take today in teaching kindness, empathy, and cooperation will have a lasting impact on your child’s social and emotional well-being throughout their lives. Model Positive Behavior Children learn by observing. Demonstrate how to be Read More
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Friendship and social-emotional growth
Do you remember your first friend? Many children seem to be able to make friends with other children easily, picking up a new playmate at the park or ending their first day of preschool with a best friend. While it may seem simple, these early friendships can be tough for children, especially when they need Read More
Play with the Northern Lights
We hope these activities inspire you to explore the wonders of Northern Lights STEM with your child. Northern Lights Sensory Bin: Create a sensory bin filled with materials that represent the colors and textures of the Northern Lights. Use blue and green rice or dyed cotton balls to mimic the swirling lights against a Read More
Literacy on the Go: Berry Picking
Early literacy plays a crucial role in a child’s overall development, laying the foundation for lifelong learning and success. Engaging children in activities that integrate literacy with hands-on experiences can enhance their language skills and cognitive development. So why not make berry picking an educational activity? As you’re out and about picking berries, think of Read More
Ways to Share Summer Vocabulary
Looking for a recipe for summer fun? Here are some fun activities that promise to introduce new words and discovery. 50+ Awesome Summer Activities for Toddlers Summer Activities for Preschoolers Nature Journal for Kids Beach Slime recipe Bubble Painting Sidewalk Chalk recipe Homemade Ice Cream in a Bag (with video)
Books to Share Summer Vocabulary
Here are some fun books that highlight summer vocabulary: Sunny Days by Deborah Kerbel and Miki Sato (Toddler, Preschool) A warm summer day is full of possibilities. You can take care of your garden, make a mud pie in the dirt, nap in a cozy sunbeam, take a trip to the beach, or enjoy a Read More
Tips to Share Summer Vocabulary
Here are four helpful hints to keep in mind when introducing new words to your child: Give an example using kid-friendly words to explain the new word – “Enormous means that something is really, really big.” Share an example that will make sense based on their experiences – “Remember that really big fish we caught Read More
Summer Vocabulary
Using the right word at the right time is a kind of magic. Children pick up tons of words as they grow, but using words correctly can take much longer. During this wonderful month of June, how about focusing on summer vocabulary? This covers weather (hot, humid, breezy), seasonal foods, and all the time spent Read More
Anchorage Imagination Library Celebrates 18 Years
Celebrate the 18th Anniversary of Anchorage Imagination Library! Anchorage Imagination Library is thrilled to announce a special event celebrating its 18th birthday on Friday, June 7, from 12 PM to 4 PM at Fresh Cup Playhouse. This milestone event, hosted by Best Beginnings and Fresh Cup Playhouse, promises a fun-filled day for families with young Read More
Books all about Talking
Here are a few talking tales that are all about conversations. Ask Me by Bernard Waber (Toddler, Preschool) During a walk together outside, a father and daughter share a conversation. She says to her father, “Ask me what I like.” When he does, she answers with lists of her favorite things. Her father asks more Read More
