Preschool and the Gift of Giving

Preschool and the Gift of Giving  Holiday time is a natural time to help your child experience the wonderful feelings of generosity and giving.  Your child’s preschool helps in this regard as well.  Who can describe or forget the bursting pride on your preschooler’s...

Helping Children Grieve During the Holidays

Helping Children Grieve During the Holidays  The holiday season can be especially hard after the death of a loved one or pet. The changes in tradition, as well as the constant reminders of family and togetherness, can bring up memories of the loss. Remembering and...

Is Your Child Struggling in School?

Is Your Child Struggling in School?  Five years ago, fifth grader Richard Amey was attending public school in Castaic and was struggling to keep his grades up. “We had been praying for him and battling with him and the teachers, trying to turn things around,” said his...

Preschool: To Be or Not To Be

Preschool: To Be or Not To Be  Young children receive many benefits from happy and positive experiences both at home and while in childcare during this time of rapid development. A caring and well- balanced childcare program can supplement the loving and happy home...

Natural Born Artist

Natural Born Artist It’s official, coloring and painting is good for you!  Whatever your child’s age, whether it’s shading a picture with colored pencils or “dabbing” in color as an Impressionist’s painter, studies have recently shown this activity stimulates brain...