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Play Detective: Uncover the Meaning of your Child’s Challenging Behaviors (Part 2)
Last week we talked about core functions of a child’s behavior and how you can investigate to determine the underlying meaning and purpose it is serving for your child. Once you are able to identify those factors, you can implement strategies to stop the behavior from reoccurring. Below are some suggestions to consider that can […] Learn More ›
Play Detective: Uncover the Meaning of your Child’s Challenging Behaviors (Part 1)
Most parents find themselves struggling with their child’s challenging behavior at some point in time. In fact, it seems to be a rite of passage; a way that we as parents earn our merit badge. While it is validating to know that other parents are experiencing these same frustrations, between work, managing a home, and […] Learn More ›
How We Celebrated Mental Health Month Together
At JCC Early Childhood, we believe in the power of supporting children’s mental wellness, especially during these pivotal early learning years. May was Mental Health Awareness Month and a time when we focused on nurturing big feelings and providing tools to help children thrive. As mom to four, I’ve had my share of big feelings. […] Learn More ›
Inspiring Education, at Home and Abroad
Do we ever really stop learning? I took some time off last week and took my good friend to one of my favorite places in Colorado. While I have been there many times, we did things on this trip that were firsts for me, too. On breaks in between morning walks and mountain hikes, my […] Learn More ›
Week of the Young Child: A Daily Celebration
As a proud member of the nationally accredited NAEYC (National Association for the Education of Young Children) community, JCC Chicago feels that every week is a celebration of the young child. Although it’s nice to get national attention for one week a year, our children are the center of what we do every day, every week…all year! We […] Learn More ›
Five Essentials to Meaningful Play
The famous Mr. Fred Rogers once said, “Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children, play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.” At JCC Chicago Early Childhood, we believe that play is essential to a child’s development. It helps build their self-esteem, […] Learn More ›