Simi Valley Child care Halloween: Fact and Fiction

Simi Valley Child care and Halloween: What is fact and which is fiction?

Satanic cult sacrifices. Poison candy. Razor blades in apples. According to the Daily Breeze in an article on October 29, 2012, many of the things parents fear about Halloween are not grounded in fact. There is no uptick in the number of black cats and children that go missing on Halloween relative to the rest of the year. There are no records of children eating tainted candy that was given to them by a stranger (beware those relatives, though). A mom in New York said she was going to let her kids eat all of the apples and homemade goodies they received on Halloween - after she inspected them for slits that could indicate a razor blade had been inserted and other tell-tale signs of harmful 'ingredients.'

The key to Halloween safety is to be smart. Here are the facts:

• Dress your children up in reflective costumes that are easily seen by cars.
• Go with your children as they Trick or Treat from house to house.
• Always be aware of  your surroundings keeping an eye out for cars and teenagers who might try to take your child's candy.
• Check all of you kids' treats before they eat it.
• Go to the Daily Breeze article for more information and things to do.

Happy Halloween!

Preschool Simi Valley Lunch suggestions

Preschool Simi Valley suggestions for nutritious, satisfying lunches.

Many students in both public and private schools must bring a packed lunch from home. At preschool Simi Valley, we want to deliver whole-life learning. This curriculum includes not only the ABC’s and 123’s but subjects like personal hygiene and nutrition. As such, what children eat at lunchtime is extremely important for several reasons. Highly nutritious food, low in sugar, helps every child get the vital nutrients they need for their growing bodies and it helps them rest better during nap time. This translates into them being able to focus better during the afternoon which allows them to learn more and have a more positive experience at school

We recommend the following cold foods for Preschool Simi Valley lunch in the following combination: one serving protien, one serving milk (preferably cheese), one serving grains, two servings fruits and/or vegetables. Also remember that servings for preschoolers are small. Generally speaking, one protien serving is the same size as the palm of the hand (of the person who is eating the protien). For a preschooler, that's about one ounce. Go to http://www.nncc.org/Nutrition/nutrition.pres.html for a breakdown of a preschooler's daily needs for all food groups and the appropriate serving size for each group. Following is a list of foods we have found get eaten by the children (and that's really what all caregivers aim for: children getting the nutrients they need):

·        Protein-laden finger foods. For example: cheese sticks, meat and cheese rollups, meat and cheese rolled up in a tortilla, lavosh, or pita, and meat sandwiches on whole wheat bread.

·         Raw finger-size vegetables : carrots, celery, cucumber, squash, etc.

·         Rice cakes, soy cakes.

·         Plain yogurt, cheese.

·         Small sugar-free dessert.

·         Water to drink.

·         Finger size fresh fruit.

Together we can ensure children grow properly in body, mind, and spirit.

 

 

 

Simi Valley childcare annual Children’s Health and Safety Day

Simi Valley childcare will host a Health and Safety Day on November 3, 2012 including CHP Car Seat inspections and Kids Are 1^st Child ID kits.

         Simi Valley childcare. Together with a local Dentist, Leap & Bound Academy Simi Valley is hosting the 2nd Annual Children’s Safety and Wellness Day on November 3^rd and all families are invited to participate in this educational, family day.  In conjunction with Kids Are 1^st, the Los Angeles Police Department, and CA Highway Patrol, families throughout LA and Ventura Counties will participate in a free Child Safety Seat Inspection and Child ID Kit set-up (with a picture and professional fingerprinting). The school at 5165 Cochran Street in Simi Valley serves as the site for this great community service and there will be a Scholastic Book Fair for young readers, as well.

 
·         Come by to receive an invaluable inspection of your child’s car seat – if your seat “fails,” the CHP will provide a seat at no charge. Parents who have their seat inspected will receive a $50 Gift Certificate to help with the registration fee when they enroll their child at Leap & Bound Academy, Simi Valley Childcare.
·         Kids Are 1^st will be on hand to pass out Child ID kits and will assist you with fingerprinting and taking a picture of your child.
·         The local dentist will also be on hand to discuss the importance of good dental hygiene for your child and will have free supplies, as well.
·          Leap & Bound Academy will be giving out $100 certificates for new families who tour their facility and enroll their child on or before January 2, 2013.

·         The Scholastic Book Fair is an excellent opportunity to see a slew of books for the 0 – Five year old set and there will be a few books for older readers, too.

Leap & Bound Academy believes the health and wellbeing of all children is important and wants to do their part in keeping them all safe. We hope you will decide to come be a part of our family day.

Early Childhood Education for the 21st Century

Early Childhood Education: A Successful Preschool Program for the 21^st Century

 

Abstract: Early Childhood Education must adapt to the changes in research findings of brain development and educational goals in order to fully prepare  children for a successful educational career.

In order for Early Childhood Education professionals to fully prepare children for formal schooling starting in kindergarten, an effective preschool program strives to incorporate the curriculum of teaching math and reading with the style of preschool education exemplified by the Montessori concept. A typical school is set up so that one room would be devoted to one subject and there would be several different rooms, two of which are math and reading. The math room has several different possibilities from which a child could choose. Maybe in one corner there are things to sort. Another corner is devoted to geometric shapes. Another has paper and pencils to draw numbers. The reading room includes a library, a table for writing, computers, and a place with reading games and manipulatives. Other rooms might include a nature room where the child could explore the natural world around them with friendly critters and dirt. Music is another good possibility because it is fun and speaks to almost all children. It builds a foundational frame of reference for each child to relate to others as they grow up.

A typical early childhood education day is comprised of children moving from one room to another with the same teacher throughout the day, exploring each room in turn. The teacher follows a certain lesson plan, making sure that all students are engaged with her or in other activities throughout the room. In this way, children are not forced to sit and listen and perform to a specific lesson but are free to explore their world at their own pace. Students get both exposure to the academic subjects they will need to start kindergarten as well as the opportunity to develop their self-regulation skills.

It is more and more important for kindergarteners to have more and more knowledge before they begin: the pressure is on from the beginning to excel and do well in school. It is imperative that early childhood education adapt to this new need and build a program that will fully prepare children for success in elementary school. This new program needs to address all aspects of that preparation: reading skills, math skills, and self-regulation. In this way, preschoolers will be well prepared for any rigorous curriculum they encounter in the future.