Aug 1, 2017
How can I use rules and rewards more effectively at home?Immediately responding to a child’s behavior can increase or decrease the likelihood of the child repeating that behavior. Receiving an award for positive behaviors can encourage a child to repeat that same behavior in the future.
Jul 25, 2017
How do I keep my child safe in the summer heat?Though children love to play outdoors, they are more vulnerable than adults to the effects of heat and sun. The heat of the South Carolina sunshine can put children at risk of sunburn, dehydration, or even heat exhaustion and heatstroke. Keep little ones safe this spring and summer with these precautions and tips.
Apr 4, 2017
What are the benefits of kids being outside?Children now spend less time outdoors than many previous generations. Just how much less might surprise you. According to several studies, children spend half as much time outdoors as children did 20 years ago.
Mar 28, 2017
Do all child care providers focus on offering healthy food?Did you know that 58% of working families with children five years old and younger — or about 6.38 million households across the nation — use center-based child care options? That means that a great number of South Carolina children spend their weekdays—including lunch and snack time—in the care of a trusted child care program.
Mar 7, 2017
How much technology is reasonable for kids?Many human interactions, from work-related meetings to school classrooms, have moved online. Even when we do meet face-to-face, a third wheel often tags along: an electronic device.
Feb 21, 2017
How early do preschoolers need to learn math?Elementary school has changed in lots of ways. Today, students are often exposed to concepts far earlier than their parents were. Students are also expected to meet elevated standards of achievement. One of the areas with increased focus is math.
