# https://www.tutortime.com llms.txt > Tutor Time is an educational child care and preschool provider offering personalized learning experiences for children from infancy through school age. Programs include infant care, toddler care, preschool, pre-kindergarten, junior kindergarten, before- and after-school care, summer camp, and flexible scheduling options, including full-time, part-time, and drop-in care at select locations. The site provides information on curriculum, school readiness, health and safety practices, enrollment options, school locations, family resources, and SproutAbout, a family communication app featuring real-time updates and live-streaming classroom video. Families can schedule a tour online or by phone. ## Core Brand - [Find Local Preschool & Daycare Near You | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/child-care-centers/find-a-school/): Looking for local preschools? Find your neighborhood Tutor Time daycare and early childhood education center and schedule a tour today. - [Daycare, Preschool & Early Learning Childcare | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/): Discover Tutor Time's early childhood education programs for infants and preschoolers, featuring personalized care and school readiness. - [Trusted Child Care & Preschool | About Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/about-us/): At Tutor Time, we celebrate every child's unique approach to learning. Discover how our programs foster confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning. - [Daycare & Preschools Near You | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/child-care-centers/): Looking for a child care center or preschool near you? Discover Tutor Time's commitment to safe, nurturing childcare centers and schedule a tour today. - [Our School Readiness Programs & Daycare | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/educational-programs/curriculum/): Explore Tutor Time's early education programs for infants through school age, designed to prepare children for elementary school. - [Frequently Asked Questions | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/about-us/faq/): Get answers to frequently asked questions about Tutor Time programs, enrollment, tuition, meals, safety, schedules, and more. ## Early Education & Curriculum - [Early Education Approach | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/education/educational-approach/): Play-based, hands-on learning at Tutor Time builds confidence, creativity, and a lifelong love of learning. - [Quality Early Learning | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/education/commitment-to-quality/): Explore Tutor Time's commitment to quality through language-rich classrooms, caring teachers, and thoughtfully designed learning environments. - [Expert Early Education Teachers | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/education/teachers/): Ongoing training, professional development, and expert support help Tutor Time teachers deliver engaging, developmentally appropriate learning experiences. - [Early Learning Environments & Classroom Centers | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/education/learning-environment/): From classroom learning areas to outdoor exploration, Tutor Time environments are designed to inspire curiosity, movement, and meaningful learning. - [Early Childhood Education | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/education/): Find early childhood education and daycare programs at Tutor Time, where personalized learning helps children thrive from infancy through school age. ## Other - [Diversity & Inclusion | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/about-us/diversity-inclusion/): At Tutor Time, we embrace every child's unique skills and interests while valuing their identities, abilities, backgrounds, and perspectives. Learn more. - [School Closings & Delays | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/child-care-centers/school-closing-and-delays/): Check for the latest Tutor Time school closings and delays due to inclement weather or facility issues. Find updates for your local school here. - [History - Child Daycare Center & Preschool | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/about-us/history/): Tutor Time educational daycare is dedicated to fostering development, building self-esteem and sparking imagination in a safe and loving environment. - [Find Child Care & Preschool Jobs Near You | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/about-us/child-care-careers/): Looking for meaningful child care jobs? Join Tutor Time and help shape young lives. 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View live classroom video, teacher updates, photos, and more from Tutor Time. ## Programs by Age - [Junior Kingergarten Classes | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/educational-programs/curriculum/junior-kindergarten/): Tutor Time's junior kindergarten program helps children develop critical skills and prepare for kindergarten. Schedule a tour today! - [Early Preschool Program for 3 Year Olds | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/educational-programs/curriculum/early-preschool/): Explore Tutor Time's early preschool program for 3-year-olds, where children build early math, reading, and social skills. Schedule a tour today. - [Preschool & K-5 Summer Camp |Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/educational-programs/summer-camp/): Tutor Time's summer camp program is a great way for kids to learn, socialize and grow—while partaking in summer activities. Contact us to schedule a tour. - [Music, Yoga & Spanish Enrichment Programs | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/educational-programs/electives/): Tutor Time offers electives like Spanish, yoga, and Kindermusik to keep kids active and engaged. Explore enrichment programs at your local preschool today. - [School Break Camp & Child Care | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/educational-programs/school-break-camps/): Tutor Time's school break camps offer fun activities and child care to keep your child safe and engaged during school breaks. Call or visit for more details. - [Educational Pre-Kindergarten Programs & Classes | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/educational-programs/curriculum/pre-kindergarten/): Prepare your child for kindergarten with Tutor Time's pre-kindergarten programs, which focus on early learning. Schedule a tour at your local school today. - [Daycare for 2 Year Olds | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/educational-programs/curriculum/twos/): Our daycare offers classes for 2-year-olds that nurture independence, curiosity, and growth. Schedule a tour to explore our programs today. - [Preschool Programs & Classes for 4 Year Olds | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/educational-programs/curriculum/preschool/): Tutor Time's preschool program offers childcare and preschool services to prepare your child for elementary school success. Contact us today to learn more. - [Toddler Daycare for 1- & 2-Year-Olds | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/educational-programs/curriculum/toddlers/): Discover Tutor Time's toddler daycare for 1- and 2-year-olds, where experienced teachers help children learn, grow, and thrive. Schedule a tour. - [Infant Child Care & Early Education | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/educational-programs/curriculum/infants/): Tutor Time's infant child care program provides nurturing care and early learning in a safe, supportive environment for your baby's growth. - [Before and After School Programs & Child Care | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/educational-programs/before-and-after-school-care/): Perfect for working families, Tutor Time's before and after school programs provide students a safe space to play and help with homework. Learn more today. - [California Transitional Kindergarten Plus Program | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/educational-programs/curriculum/transitional-kindergarten-plus/): Enroll in Transitional Kindergarten Plus, California’s full-day school readiness program for 4 and 5-year-olds. Call or visit your local Tutor Time to learn more. - [Private Kindergarten Classes | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/educational-programs/curriculum/private-kindergarten/): Tutor Time's Private Kindergarten offers small classes, personalized learning, and key academic skills to prepare children for first grade. ## Enrollment, Tuition & Tours - [Part-Time & Flexible Daycare | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/educational-programs/drop-in-care/): Need part-time daycare? Tutor Time offers flexible, year-round child care options to fit your family's schedule. Find a local school and learn more today. - [Military Family Daycare Assistance Program | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/child-care-centers/military-families/): Tutor Time supports military daycare assistance through various programs. Call or visit your local school to learn more and ask about tuition discounts. - [Enroll in Child Care & Preschool | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/child-care-centers/enrollment/): Enroll your child at Tutor Time with our simple registration process. Explore child care and preschool options and schedule a tour today. - [Preschool and Daycare Tuition | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/child-care-centers/tuition-and-offers/): Wondering about childcare costs? Tutor Time tuition is customized to your family's needs. Call or visit to learn about our tuition rates and daycare fees. - [Tour A Daycare and Preschool Near You | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/child-care-centers/tour-a-local-school/): Book a tour to meet our teachers, explore classrooms, and see how your child will learn and grow at a Tutor Time preschool near you. ## Local Daycare & Preschool Locations - [Schools in Scottsdale, Phoenix, AZ | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/area/scottsdale-phoenix/): Find trusted daycares and preschools in Scottsdale, Phoenix. Discover schools with nurturing teachers and early learning programs that prepare children for kindergarten. - [Schools in Glendale, Peoria, AZ | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/area/glendale-peoria/): Find trusted daycares and preschools in Glendale, Peoria. 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They’ll keep your child progressing developmentally and provide opportunities to grow your ... - [How To Keep Your Child Motivated To Continue Learning | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/06/how-to-keep-your-child-motivated-to-continue-learning-tt/): How To Keep Your Child Motivated To Continue Learning Great news: you play a critical role in your child’s emerging literacy starting in infant through school-age years! You do this by: Reading with your child Creating opportunities for verbal interactions by playing patty cake together or encouraging a deep conversation about why a character in ... - [Secrets to Raising a Reader | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/09/secrets-to-raising-a-reader-tt/): We all want our children to love reading, to be good readers, and to build a strong literacy foundation for school. You don’t have to be a teacher or a specialist to positively influence your child’s reading success. But here’s what teachers do with their children that every parent can implement. Here are nine teacher ... - [Alphabet Games for Toddlers and Preschoolers | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/10/alphabet-games-for-toddlers-and-preschoolers/): Games for Toddlers Toddlers start to learn the alphabet by exposure. Seeing, hearing and playing with letters is the best way to start learning the alphabet. 1. Letter Sort –  Get out your alphabet letters (foam, magnetic, any kind). Sort by colors, shapes (curvy or straight), letters in the child’s name, or by any criteria ... - [Tips for Transitioning Baby from a Bottle to a Cup | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/10/tips-for-transitioning-baby-from-a-bottle-to-a-cup-2/): Childcare experts, pediatricians, dentists (and grandmas) usually frown on the use of a bottle after baby’s first birthday. And the longer you keep bottles around, the more your baby will grow attached to them. So transitioning to a cup is a good idea – and it can be done earlier than you might expect. Here’s ... - [When to Start Teaching Your Baby Table Manners | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/10/when-to-start-teaching-your-baby-table-manners/):  I’ve got another secret to share: Working on baby’s table manners is a stealthy way to boost learning. I don’t mean fancy-shmancy teacup-holding table manners. Instead, your goal is to have baby spend as much time as possible at the family table, participating in mealtime action. Forks, spoons, and cups are tools to help keep baby involved. ... - [How Good Nutrition Can Help Improve Your Child’s Behavior | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/10/how-good-nutrition-can-help-improve-your-childs-behavior/): Your child’s little tummy is easily filled. The more junk food he eats, the less room there is for the wide range of protein, good fats, fruits, veggies and whole grains he needs for the rapid growth his body undergoes every day. Nutritional deficiencies can quickly build, making your child fatigued, irritable and crabby; not ... - [Top Five Tips For Maintaining Sanity This Holiday Season | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/11/top-five-tips-for-maintaining-sanity-this-holiday-season/): My friend Gina recently confessed her secret desire to abandon her extended family and escape on vacation for the month of December. Gina is a world-class cook, and she spends weeks prepping for an onslaught of guests who have come to expect gourmet meals, a decked-out house and a smiling hostess. For several years, Gina ... - [How to Help Your Toddler Adjust to the New Baby | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/11/how-to-help-your-toddler-adjust-to-the-new-baby/): Bringing home your first baby is spectacularly exciting, wonderful – and more than a little demanding. But baby No. 2 is a bigger challenge altogether, because your toddler is still a baby, too! Helping your toddler – who has suddenly become the Big Kid – get used to this big new change will help everyone ... - [Toys Can Be Fun and Educational | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/11/toys-can-be-fun-and-educational/): ... - [Confidence Boosters for Your Clingy Baby | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/11/confidence-boosters-for-your-clingy-baby/): I’m not psychic, but I have a prediction. If your baby goes to daycare, chances are that one day, you’ll suddenly get a lot of protests and crying at drop-off – right around the time your baby starts to crawl. How can I be so certain? Scientists who study infants have discovered that a baby ... - [A Lesson of Generosity For All Ages | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/12/a-lesson-of-generosity-for-all-ages/): How are your children learning generosity at home? Tell us in a comment below. ... - [Make An Active, Healthy Lifestyle Your Family’s Resolution | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/12/make-an-active-healthy-lifestyle-your-familys-resolution/): Is your family ready for a fresh start after giving in to the temptation of holiday treats? The New Year offers us the perfect opportunity for the whole family to recommit to Grow Fit. It’s also a great time to start new traditions, explore new family activities and introduce new menu items – which ... - [On the Road for the Holidays | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/12/on-the-road-for-the-holidays/): What is the best piece of advice you can offer for traveling with small children? ... - [A Tip for Easier Bath-time with Your Baby | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/01/a-tip-for-easier-bath-time-with-your-baby/): What works during a fussy bath-time at your house? ... - [How to Nurture Your Child’s Creativity | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/01/how-to-nurture-your-childs-creativity/): Art is a creative act that cannot be taught. Creativity can be nurtured by providing open-ended activities that allow our children the freedom to experiment with a wide variety of materials. When children explore and use art materials, they are creating something new and unique. Sometimes we want “products” that are perfect or “right” as ... - [8 Signs Your Child May be Affected by Your Stress Levels | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/02/4-strategies-to-help-your-child-keep-up-with-daily-routines/): More is not always better. Often, with “more” comes more stress. Especially as parents of young children, we are dealing with “more” these days: more errands, more family issues, more family from out of town—you name it. All of these result in more on our to-do list. We seem to have less time, less patience, ... - [How to “Go Green” as a Family | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/04/how-to-go-green-as-a-family/): Save the planet with the help of your kids. Setting a routine is the best way to form healthy, green habits – and its never too late to learn a new routine, especially when it comes to teaching your family to become more environmentally responsible. Here are some simple ways weve become greener as a ... - [How to Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten Success | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/06/how-to-prepare-your-child-for-kindergarten-success/): In our final post in the series, our experts – Dr. Susan Canizares and Dr. Heather Wittenberg – reveal how to make kindergarten a great experience by preparing in these simple (and fun) ways. Dr. Heather: Starting kindergarten is exciting, but it can also be daunting for parents. Even with my fourth child, I worry ... - [Celebrate Literacy and Read for the Record on October 3rd, 2013 | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/09/celebrate-literacy-and-read-for-the-record-on-october-3rd-2013/): Jumpstarts Read for the Record, now in its eighth year, is an annual reading celebration that highlights the need for high-quality early education in America by mobilizing adults and children to set a record for the largest shared reading experience. This year, children, teachers, parents and more will all read the book Otis by Loren ... - [Help Your Child be a Great Playdate Guest | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/11/help-your-child-be-a-great-playdate-guest/): Hosting a playdate at home is one thing but going to someone else’s house – where the rules, snacks, and potty are different – is a whole new experience. Here’s how to prepare your child to have a great time – and be invited back! The Invite – Say “yes” when you know (and trust) the ... - [5 Prep to Plate Steps: How to Involve Your Little One in Family Mealtimes | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/11/5-prep-to-plate-steps-how-to-involve-your-little-one-in-family-mealtimes/): Regular family mealtimes have proven benefits such as better manners for the kids and healthier meals for the whole family. But did you know family mealtime can also help your child gain communication skills, improved learning, and problem-solving abilities? Regular family meals also build closer relationships among family members, setting a trusting foundation for when ... - [Family Bonding: How to Create Conversation at Family Mealtime | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/11/family-bonding-how-to-create-conversation-at-family-mealtime/): My little one likes to have “combersations” at mealtimes. But she really has no choice – we’re a family of talkers. Her older sister and brothers yak over their school time triumphs and tragedies, and Dad and I elbow our way in to ask questions, offer occasional advice, and ensure everyone gets a turn. But ... - [Got Breakfast? 4 Tips for Busy Families | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2014/02/got-breakfast-4-tips-for-busy-families/): Eat your breakfast! We’ve heard it over and over – breakfast is important. Brains need fuel to work properly. If your little one is like mine, though, breakfast is the last thing on her mind in the morning. She might ask for juice, but she’d rather wait until snack time at school to eat. ... - [Why Start Young? | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2011/08/why-start-young-tt/): Top Reasons You Should Encourage Your Child to Learn to Use Technology Positive uses of today’s technology can play a meaningful role in shaping your child’s future learning potential. Because a young child’s brain makes new connections each day, the experts at Discovery Kids Puterbugs share interesting information on why there is no better time ... - [AcTTivities | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2011/08/acttivities1-tt/): Help to keep your little ones progressing developmentally with these simple — yet mentally stimulating — activities. Infants – Gather some of your baby’s favorite stuffed animals and place them around him or her. Make one of the animal sounds and encourage your baby to pick up or point to the animal that makes that ... - [Eight Tips for Developing Caring Kids | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2011/09/kindness-counts-tt/): By Nancy Eisenberg, Ph.D. There is a word we researchers use to refer to voluntary behavior that aims to help another, like sharing or providing comfort: prosocial. Although most parents and teachers would say they value prosocial behavior in children and want to encourage it, it is important to note that not all prosocial behaviors ... - [An Experience Called Childhood | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2011/09/an-experience-called-childhood-tt/): Create Time to Enjoy It With Your Child Many of you may have seen the movie The Bucket List. In this movie, two men realize that they have limited time left on this Earth and decide to make the most of it. They make a list of everything they have always wanted to do, and ... - [Top Five Tips for Potty Training | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/04/top-five-tips-for-potty-training/): Don’t dread potty training – celebrate it! Potty training is actually the signature achievement of your toddler’s development. But it’s not simple – it’s a complicated process of mastering physical, emotional, and cognitive milestones. I’ve accumulated some surefire strategies to help along the way, from my experience as a mom (I changed diapers – nonstop ... - [5 Keys to Good Parenting | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/05/5-keys-to-good-parenting/): With all of the debate about work/family balance lately, it’s hard not to wonder whether your personal solution is the “best” one. But there is no one-size-fits-all solution to parenting, and there are many paths to feeling successful as moms and dads.  That being said, there’s one clear route to feeling lousy about your parenting: ... - [Stress-Free Potty Training Tips | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/05/stress-free-potty-training-tips/): Dont stress about the potty training process. Child psychologist, Dr. Heather, shares tips and encouragement to welcome one of your toddlers great achievements. Find more potty training tips from Dr. Heather here. ... - [When Should Your Child Start Kindergarten? | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/06/when-should-your-child-start-kindergarten/): When should YOUR child start Kindergarten? Our experts are here to help you decide! Dr. Susan Canizares, our Chief Academic Officer, not only has a Ph.D. in Language and Literacy Development, she’s a nationally recognized authority on early childhood education. Dr. Heather Wittenberg is a mom of four and a child psychologist who blogs at ... - [Fall Hedgehog Craft](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2021/10/create-your-own-fall-hedgehog-2/): Make this adorable hedgehog using colorful fall leaves! - [Create a Gratitude Sunflower](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2022/11/create-a-gratitude-sunflower-6/): This month’s craft is a simple one for all ages that allows us to reflect on feelings of gratitude to sow the seeds of appreciation in our lives. - [Celebrating the Mango and its Sweet Versatility](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2022/07/celebrating-the-mango-and-its-sweet-versatility-1/): National Mango Day is on July 22 giving us the perfect reason to highlight all the goodness happening when you enjoy one. - [Mother’s Day Activity | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2014/05/mothers-day-activity-2/): Happy Mother’s Day from Tutor Time! Print this activity and spend some time filling it in with your little ones! ... - [Father’s Day Coupons | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2014/06/fathers-day-coupons-2/): Give Dad just what he wants for Fathers Day this year with these fun printable coupons! Cut ‘em out and make a booklet or place them in a greeting card. Show him that he’s the best dad in the world! ... - [5 Easy-to-Grow Veggies for Nutrition Month | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2015/03/5-easy-to-grow-veggies-for-nutrition-month-3/): March is National Nutrition Month! Kick off the celebrations by learning about some veggies that you and your kiddos can grow together! Growing these five vegetables is easy and it’s a great way to teach the little ones not only about eating healthy, but how to work together and wait patiently as they watch their ... - [Printable “Thank You” Notes for Teacher Appreciation Week | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2015/05/printable-thank-you-notes-for-teacher-appreciation-week/): It’s Teacher Appreciation Week! Our teachers work hard each and every day to instill a love of learning in our little ones, and this week is the perfect time to thank them for their dedication to early childhood education. For a sweet way to say “thank you,” have your child write a personalized note for ... - [Water a Flower Day: Fun Facts About the Sunflower! | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2015/05/water-a-flower-day-fun-facts-about-the-sunflower/): May 30 is Water a Flower Day! In honor of this special, springtime holiday, were created a bright infographic that shares fun facts about the beautiful sunflower. We also included instructions on how to plant one of your own! (Click the image to expand) Want to plant some yummy veggies to grow along with your ... - [Book Lover’s Day – What Is Your Favorite Book? | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2015/08/book-lovers-day-what-is-your-favorite-book/): What better way to celebrate Book Lovers Day on August 9 than by reading a book with your little ones? We asked some of our staff members to share their favorite childrens book, and wed like to know what yours is, too! Jane Hebron – Team Lead, Jacksonville, FL Favorite Book: Dear Little Fish ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Debbie, Team Lead & Preschool Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2015/09/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-debbie-team-lead-preschool-teacher/): Ms. Debbie is the team lead and preschool teacher at our Peoria, AZ location, and her contagious laughter, silly nature and love of early education makes her an integral part of our Tutor Time team! Continue reading to learn more about Ms. Debbie, including how her passion for crafting led her students to build an ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Cassie, Lead Jr. Kindergarten Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2015/10/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-cassie-lead-jr-kindergarten-teacher/): Cassie has been a part of our Tutor Time team for the past seven years. Currently, she is the Lead Jr. Kindergarten Teacher at our Blaine, MN center. She has her Child Development Associate’s credential, will complete her Associate of Art’s degree in December and will then begin working towards her bachelor’s degree in January.  ... - [7 Ways Your Child Can Learn From Cooking | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/04/7-ways-your-child-can-learn-from-cooking/): When it comes to discovery and adventure at home, one room stands apart as an enticing and delicious wonderland where your child can contribute and feel grown up. “Most children love to help in the kitchen, and can start as early as age two,” notes Nicole Spain, Registered Dietitian Nutritionist at Tutor Time. “It’s a ... - [Developmental Domain Series: Physical Domain | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2019/01/developmental-domain-series-physical-domain-7/): This month, let’s take a closer look at the Physical Development Domain, focusing on the development of healthy habits. Helping children learn healthy habits early contributes to a long and happy life! The best way to learn healthy habits at any age is through hand-on, practical experiences. These experiences should show children the benefits of ... - [Developmental Domain Series: Language Development | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2019/03/developmental-domain-series-language-development/): This month, let’s take a closer look at the Language Development Domain, focusing on literacy development. In order for children to learn to read and write, they need to understand the connection between letters on a page and spoken sounds. This understanding is developed through the building blocks of literacy: * Print awareness: Knowing that ... - [Developmental Domain Series: Cognitive Domain Math | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2019/04/developmental-domain-series-cognitive-domain-6/): This month, let’s take a closer look at the Cognitive Development Domain, focusing on math. Cognitive development involves how children think, explore, and figure things out. Math is about problem-solving and logical thinking. It involves numbers, quantity, measuring, patterning, classifying, and sequencing. Young children are fascinated by math and learn it best when it relates to their everyday ... - [Cognitive Domain of the Developmental Domain Series](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2019/06/cognitive-domain-within-the-developmental-domain-series/): Our education team shares ways to encourage cognitive development with a focus on creative arts expression. - [Understanding the Cognitive Domain](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2019/07/understanding-cognitive-development-in-the-cognitive-domain-series/): This month, we take a closer look at the Cognitive Development Domain, focusing on social studies. - [7 Multicultural Books for the Holiday Season](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2022/12/7-multicultural-books-for-the-holiday-season-3/): Head to your local library to explore these wonderful stories and broaden your horizons - [Make a Card for National Grandparents Day](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2021/09/make-a-card-for-national-grandparents-day-2/): Show your grandparents (or anyone!) how much you care by creating this simple, homemade card. - [Create a Traveling Rainbow](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2023/07/create-a-traveling-rainbow-9/): Our Traveling Rainbow is simple and visual for children of all ages—and it shouldn’t make too much of a mess either! - [Red Radishes are Really Rad Roots](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2024/02/red-radishes-are-really-rad-roots-6/): Our star vegetable of the month is the RADISH. Known for their red, pink, or purple color, they’re a bright addition to the February menu! - [Create a Calm Bedtime Routine](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2023/06/create-a-calm-bedtime-routine-7/): As you fine-tune your evening routine, let’s focus on how to make it an enjoyable experience. - [Active Bodies, Active Minds](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2023/07/active-bodies-active-minds-8/): Summer brings a lot of fun opportunities for adventures and experiences. For working families, it also brings some challenges. - [Portraits of Mothers](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2023/05/portraits-of-mothers-9/): Is there anything more endearing than seeing yourself through your child’s eyes? - [Create a Book-Inspired Collage](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2024/03/create-a-book-inspired-collage-8/): Let’s create a book-inspired collage to get a feel for the process of layering images and materials to tell a story. - [Top Strategies To Help Children Learn | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/01/top-strategies-to-help-children-learn-tt/): You started preparing for Kindergarten the moment you enrolled your child in our school. Unfortunately, family members often don’t have the opportunity to see all the amazing activities our teachers do daily. This has left parents asking questions such as “Why don’t you focus on a letter of the week?” Rather than limiting their literacy ... - [Deciding on Summer Camp? Take a look at our Parent Reviews! | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/02/deciding-on-summer-camp-take-a-look-at-our-parent-reviews-tt/): We help you make the most of summer with a Summer Camp that combines fun and education! But don’t just take our word for it. Take a look at the reviews we’ve received from parents just like you. Title: Learning at Summer Camp! A Happy Camper, Meridian Charter Township, MI Story: My daughter has been ... - [Tutor Time Celebrates National Nutrition Month | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/03/march-is-national-nutrition-month/): Every day, we learn how important it is to Grow Fit™ – with plenty of daily exercise and a healthy diet. So on March 20, we’re rolling out a rainbow of healthy colors in honor of National Nutrition Month! That day, everyone is coming to school dressed in the color of their favorite or “secret” healthy ... - [What To Do Before the First Day of Kindergarten | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/03/what-to-do-before-the-first-day-of-kindergarten/): Getting your preschooler ready for Kindergarten can be easy and fun. Dr. Heather Wittenberg shares her favorite tips to get your child ready a little bit every day. For more Kindergarten readiness tips from Dr. Heather, click here. How are you getting your preschooler ready for Kindergarten? Tell us in a comment below. ... - [Helping Your Child Deal With Change | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/05/helping-your-child-deal-with-change/): It’s one thing to say that you want your children to experience challenges, but it’s quite another to sit tight while they struggle through difficult times. Recently our family made a cross-country move that landed my 10- and 8-year-old sons 2,500 miles from home, in a new house and a new school. I had to ... - [Got a New Kindergartener? How to Make the Best Transition from Preschool | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/06/got-a-new-kindergartener-how-to-make-the-best-transition-from-preschool-2/): In this second of our three-part series, our experts – Dr. Susan Canizares and Dr. Heather Wittenberg —give tips for making a smooth transition from preschool to Kindergarten. Dr. Heather: Back in the “bad old days,” we didn’t have much understanding of early childhood development. Young children were seen as too little to learn very ... - [Tips to Foster Creative Thinking | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/07/tips-to-foster-creative-thinking/): Have a real one-on-one conversation with any preschooler, and youre in for a treat — kids are soaring with ideas. As a mom, an educator, and an entrepreneur, I wondered: When do kids lose their imagination? And what can we do to foster creative thinking skills at home? 1.  Ask Your Child to Describe His ... - [How to Cope with Back-to-School Regression | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/07/how-to-cope-with-back-to-school-regression/): It was pickup time shortly after the start of a new preschool year. My son had a great day, but suddenly was sucking his thumb, wailing and pulling at me— in full meltdown mode. He hadn’t acted like that since he was much younger. What happened to my Big Boy? What Happened to My Happy ... - [Keep Your Little One Learning with these Fun Fall Family Activities | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/09/keep-your-little-one-learning-with-these-fun-fall-family-activities/): Your little ones’ senses—vision, hearing, balance, hearing, smell and touch—all help your children to learn better.  When their senses are stimulated, it increases the information brought to their growing minds and fine-tunes their nervous systems in the process. Fall’s new sights, sounds, and activities are great opportunities to sharpen those senses – and have fun ... - [The Grow Fit Dance Break Brings Together Exercise and Fun! | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/10/the-grow-fit-dance-break-brings-together-exercise-and-fun/): We’re making healthy lifestyles a priority in all of our schools, which is why we’re introducing a fun way for children to get up and get active – the Grow Fit Dance Break! At all of our schools, children take a break once a day to stop what they’re doing to dance and celebrate! It’s ... - [Guide for Hosting a Successful Playdate | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/10/guide-for-hosting-a-successful-playdate/): Great playdates make for happier, healthier children. In our first article in the series, we discussed WHY. Today, let’s get down to the nitty-gritty of HOW to host a simple, fun, and smooth-running playdate. A little planning goes a long way when it comes to hosting a great playdate. My tips: Parent Planning Talk ... - [Dr. Heather’s Fool-Proof Recipes for Young Children | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/12/dr-heathers-fool-proof-recipes-for-young-children/): We’ve bumped up the mealtime chatter in your home. We’ve ensured your little one can help safely in the kitchen – and learn a bunch in the process, too. Now, it’s time to cook! Here are two fool-proof recipes that young children love to make – and eat. From my family to yours – enjoy! No-Bake Peanut Butter ... - [Why Your Child Doesn’t Understand Sharing | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/12/why-your-child-doesnt-understand-sharing/): Little friends Noah and Evan were having a playdate, but it wasn’t going well. They both NEEDED Noah’s nice, new dump truck. Noah’s Dad heard screams of “Mine! Mine!” and went to smooth things out. “Come on guys, you need to share the truck. Let’s see you sharing nicely.” “It’s mine!” “I wanna use it!” ... - [Sharing 101: Tips for Teaching your Child to Share | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2014/01/sharing-101-tips-for-teaching-your-child-to-share/): Asking your young child to “share” is likely to trigger tears and tantrums – here’s why. But don’t give up – there are lots of ways to boost your child’s graciousness, patience, and empathy, which all add up to honest-to-goodness sharing over time. Here’s how: Take Timed Turns Don’t tell your child to “wait just a minute” when ... - [Free Valentine’s Day Cards | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2014/02/free-valentines-day-cards/): Happy Valentines Day from all of us at Tutor Time! Print out these special cards for your little ones to give to the people they love most! ... - [5 MLK Day Activities for Kids and Families](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2023/01/5-mlk-day-activities-for-kids-and-families-6/): Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is celebrated on the third Monday in January, each year. Its a federal holiday created to honor the birthday of one of the most influential civil rights leaders of our time.... - [National Hispanic Heritage Month](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2023/09/celebrate-national-hispanic-heritage-month-8/): We’re excited to share multiple ways for you and your family to learn about and explore the beautiful diversity represented by National Hispanic Heritage Month! - [Create an Origami Tiger Bookmark](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2022/02/create-an-origami-tiger-bookmark-2/): Make an origami bookmark with the fierce (and sweet) face of a tiger on it to encourage children to courageously dive into their next book. - [Blast Off During Black History Month](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2024/02/blast-off-during-black-history-month-8/): The annual observance allows us to celebrate diversity and inclusion while acknowledging the achievements of African Americans who have a lasting impact. - [The Ultimate Family Guide to Summer](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2023/06/the-ultimate-family-guide-to-summer-5/): To add some fun inspiration to your familys bucket list, weve created the Ultimate Family Guide to Summer with some great ideas!... - [Make Your Own Salted Chalk Art](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2022/06/make-your-own-salted-chalk-art-tt/): Make Your Own Salted Chalk Art - [Make Homemade Finger Paint](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2023/03/make-homemade-finger-paint-10/): Sometimes it’s better to just embrace the mess, right? Children of all ages will love this month’s craft because they get to do just that. - [Make an Upcycled Terrarium](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2023/03/make-an-upcycled-terrarium-9/): For this month’s kid-friendly craft, we’re bringing the renewal of the outdoor world inside, by creating our own upcycled terrarium. - [Get Ready for an Out of this World Summer!](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2023/03/get-ready-for-an-out-of-this-world-summer!-1/): Summer vacation is just around the corner and we’re gearing up for our best year yet. - [Returning to Work as a New Parent](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2024/07/returning-to-work-as-a-new-parent-tt/): As a new parent, the transition of returning to work, along with your child’s entrance into a new care environment, marks a big chapter. - [Painted Rocks Tell Colorful Stories](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2023/08/painted-rocks-tell-colorful-stories-9/): You rock! Believe in yourself! SMILE! - [Spend Your Summer With Us](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2023/03/spend-your-summer-with-us-6/): Summer vacation starts in just two short months. Do you have a child care plan in place yet? - [acTTivities | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2011/09/acttivities2-tt/): Be sure to always make time for you and your child. You may not remember the hour here and there spent together everyday, but he or she will fondly. And mentally stimulating activities are a great way to keep your child progressing developmentally — and making memories of the two of you. Infants — Scrunch ... - [Want Kind Children? Show Them the Way. | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2011/10/want-kind-children-tt/): “There is a garden in every childhood, an enchanted place where colors are brighter, the air softer, and the morning more fragrant than ever again.” ~ Elizabeth Lawrence As parents, we want our children to become caring and responsible citizens, as well as resourceful and resilient adults. So how do we influence our children in ... - [Look Closely, There’s an Artist Inside Your Child | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2011/10/theres-an-artist-inside-your-child-tt/): An activity that is truly artistic and genuinely creative requires little adult assistance. As long as adults provide the freedom and the proper materials, children can create art on their own. This means that the children decide upon the idea and then find ways to create their idea using available materials. Can you imagine how ... - [Three Tips to Avoid Tech Tantrums This Holiday Season | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2011/11/avoid-tech-tantrums-tt/): From Laura St. John @ Discovery Kids Puterbugs Sometimes technology can be frustrating! With all the technology you may be purchasing this holiday season, here are three top tips to avoid tech tantrums — you know, those frustrating tech meltdowns we all experience every now and then! 1. Buy Age-Appropriate Games If you were book ... - [It’s 2012: Are Kids Today Learning Differently? | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2011/12/are-kids-learning-differently-tt/): Absolutely! Look around. Children are using computers, tablets, smart phones — all the latest technology. You may think your child is only playing game, but look again: you will be surprised to see how much learning is taking place. The Learning Process in the Earliest Years The learning process starts at a young age when ... - [The Most Rewarding New Year’s Resolution | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2011/12/acttivities5-tt/): Take some time every day to just be “there” for your child. Even better, engage with mentally and physically stimulating activities that will start your child’s new year off on the right foot. It’s a resolution both of you will find rewarding. Infants — This bouncy experience will bring happiness into any day of the ... - [Strategies for Successful Learning Part One: Create a Safe and Nurturing Environment | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2011/12/strategies-for-learning-part-1-tt/): This is the first in a three-part series that looks at the learning process. Be sure to check back in February for the next installment. What your child learns today is helping lay the foundation for a lifetime.  Stimulating early childhood experiences where children learn to solve problems, make difficult decisions and assess the consequences ... - [Seven Ways Our Programs Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/01/seven-ways-to-prepare-your-child-for-kindergarten-tt/): Seven Ways Our Programs Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten Across the country, there is increasing pressure on families to ensure that their children are ready for school. The question that we hear quite frequently is “What do children truly need to ensure that they are successful in Kindergarten and beyond?” Many families with young children ... - [Strategies for Successful Learning Part Two: Enable Children to Lead Lessons | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/01/strategies-for-successful-learning-tt/): Strategies for Successful Learning Part Two: Enable Children to Lead Lessons This is the second in a three-part series that looks at the learning process. Last month’s issue featured “Part One: Create a Safe and Nurturing Environment.” At Tutor Time, teaching is a science as well as an art. Science comes into play as we ... - [Turn Tech Time into Kindergarten Prep Time | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/01/turn-tech-time-into-kindergarten-prep-time-tt/): Studies show that when technology is used properly, it helps make our kids smarter. So how can it make our kids more prepared for Kindergarten? The answer is right inside our pockets! If your child likes to tap, swipe, and press buttons, then check out these important K-readiness skills your child can easily learn from ... - [Reading and Writing Tips For Your Child | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/01/reading-and-writing-tips-for-your-child-tt/): Reading and Writing Tips For Your Child Kimberly Clayton Blaine, the Go-To Mom, shares tips on how to make your child a strong reader and writer. Click play to watch the video. ... - [A Simple Thing You’re Not Doing Could Be Harming Your Child | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/03/a-simple-thing-you-are-not-doing-could-be-harming-your-child-tt/): It’s Important to Find the Time to Go Outside Dear friends and families: When you arrive home today, please do an experiment. Stand outside in front of your home and listen. What do you hear? Do you hear children playing? Unfortunately, the answer is probably no. The fact is that children are not playing outside ... - [How to Help Your Children Learn | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/03/how-to-help-your-children-learn-tt/): How to Help Your Children Learn Strategies for Successful Learning This is the third and final installment in a three-part series that looks at the learning process. Previous features included “Part One: Create a Safe and Nurturing Environment” and “Part Two: Enable Children to Lead Lessons.” Part Three: Monitoring Your Child’s Progress During each stage ... - [Fun and Educational Activities You Can Do With Your Child | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/03/fun-and-educational-activities-you-can-do-with-your-child-tt/): Activities for Tutor Times-March 2012 Infants Sit with baby between your legs. Hold a mirror so that the baby can see herself. Talk about the baby she sees in the mirror. Point out the various parts of her face as you both look in the mirror. Young Toddlers – Cut doors and windows out ... - [The Best Ways to Promote Your Child’s Literacy | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/03/the-best-ways-to-promote-your-childs-literacy-tt/): Is Literacy More Than Just Reading to My Child? YES! Let’s look at different age groups to see how oral language, reading and writing all add up to create a “literate” home: Infants: Oral Language: Have conversations with your baby! After you say something, pause and give your baby time to respond. Reading: Read to ... - [How To Raise Earth-Friendly Kids | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/03/how-to-raise-earth-friendly-kids-tt/): How To Raise Earth-Friendly Kids As part of our ongoing partnership with Sprout, the 24-hour preschool channel, we’re continuing to explore how we can make Kindness Count. This April, let’s discover how to be kind to the Earth with some tips on how to raise earth-friendly kids. And remember, small acts matter big! Raising Earth‐Friendly ... - [How To Avoid Summer Grade-Level Slide | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/06/how-to-avoid-summer-grade-level-slide-tt/): How To Avoid Summer Grade-Level Slide Anywhere from one to three months of grade-level learning is often lost during summer vacation. Here’s how to avoid the brain drain — with a little help from technology. By Laura St. John, Discovery Kids Puterbugs and TLC Parentables In today’s fast-paced world, summer is a refreshing time for ... - [Rain or Shine Summer Activities | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/06/rain-or-shine-summer-activities-tt/): Rain or Shine Summer Activities Summer: the season kids look forward to, but parents dread. There can be such a thing as too much free time. So for every parent who is stumped when confronted with the cry of “I’m bored,” here are some suggestions. When the weather is appropriate to go outside Have a ... - [Seven Steps To More Quality Family Time This Year | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/12/seven-steps-to-more-quality-family-time-this-year/): Its that time of year again when we tend to make resolutions that are hard to keep, and promises to ourselves that we cannot seem to remember. Heres an idea: What if this year we did it differently? How about simply doing a better job of being in the moment? Try out these seven steps ... - [Tutor Time Celebrates Its Teacher of the Year! | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2015/05/tutor-time-celebrates-its-teacher-of-the-year/): Tutor Time is proud to honor Nicole Hatch from its East Greenbush, NY school location as the 2015 recipient of the company’s prestigious Teacher of the Year award.  Hatch has been selected in recognition for her passion for teaching and her unwavering dedication to her students.  She was chosen from among nearly 17,000 early education ... - [Create a Kid-Friendly Bouquet](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2023/06/create-a-kid-friendly-bouquet-8/): This craft is perfect for children of all ages and can be as simple or as decorative as their skills allow. Any flower will do! - [Camping With Kids? Use This Checklist!](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2022/06/camping-with-kids-use-this-checklist-tt/): Camping checklist to ensure you have all the basics covered so you can be more confident about navigating the adventure! - [Defining Kindergarten and Life Readiness](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2024/08/defining-kindergarten-and-life-readiness-tt/): As we enter an exciting new “back to school” season, we want to explore two important educational concepts: Kindergarten Readiness and Life Readiness. - [The Benefits of Before- and After-School Programming](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2024/09/the-benefits-of-before--and-after-school-programming-tt/): Finding care for your school-age student can be tricky but is often necessary due to work and family schedules. Learning Care Group is here to help! - [Tour Tips for Your Child Care Search](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2025/01/tour-tips-for-your-child-care-search-tt/): If you’re ready to find the perfect child care center—you’re in the right place! We’re here to help you simplify the process. - [Join Us at Wondercamp this Summer](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2025/02/join-us-at-wondercamp-this-summer-tt/): We’re gearing up for another exciting summer with our exclusive Wondercamp program. Registration is open! - [How to Make Your Family Wish Tree | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/12/how-to-make-your-family-wish-tree/): Our goal is to help children cultivate a deeper understanding of how every person has the power to help. During this month of the Great Sprout Tuck-In Season of Giving, focus a little extra energy around the idea of gestures of giving. Throughout the month, talk with your children about a time you did something ... - [Building Trust with Your Daycare | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/12/building-trust-with-your-daycare/): When you drop your little one off with a new child care provider, you don’t have to hold your breath and cross your fingers that everything will turn out OK. Here are some steps to make sure you’re on the right path to developing a great partnership with your child’s caregivers: Do your research. You ... - [Stay on Track in 2013 | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/12/stay-on-track-in-2013/): What resolution did you make for 2013? ... - [Tips for Adjusting Baby’s Nap Schedule | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/01/tips-for-adjusting-babys-nap-schedule/): Babies cycle in and out of sleep continuously for their first three months or so. After that, they usually settle into three fairly dependable naps every day. Until one day, when those naps aren’t so dependable. Your baby’s need for sleep changes over the weeks and months as her brain and body grows. Nap transitions are one ... - [Help your Preschooler Prepare for Kindergarten | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/02/help-your-preschooler-prepare-for-kindergarten/): Is your child ready to start Kindergarten this fall? As a parent, I know it’s difficult to imagine your little one sitting in a “big kid” classroom in just a few months. Believe me, though, you’ll be amazed at the growth your child will experience before then. Here are my ideas for helping your almost-big-kid ... - [Upcycled Flower Art](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2022/04/upcycled-flower-art-8/): ​In anticipation of the colorful spring season, we want to encourage your little seedling to let their creativity bloom. - [Improving Reading Skills through Everyday Experiences | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2011/01/improving-reading-skills-through-everyday-experiences/): A study finds that young children who had more early reading knowledge were slightly better readers when they entered middle school, but preschoolers’ general knowledge of the world was found to be a much stronger predictor of their later success in reading. ... - [Stop Summer Loss — Keep Your Child Reading and Writing | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2011/07/stop-summer-loss-keep-your-child-reading-and-writing-tt/): Yes, Summer is here with you and your children enjoying long Summer evenings! Your older children are free of homework; your smaller ones have been staying up later, and playing outside more. It seems like Fall, with schoolbooks and camps ending, is far away. But is it? Some of you are starting to think about ... - [Is this an Orange Day? | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2011/07/tt-centric-article-tt/): What can you as a parent do to help your young child master academic milestones? You have all the perfect learning tools you need to help your child. All you need are willingness, imagination and creativity. Let’s talk about colors, for example. “The best way to teach preschoolers their colors is to use their environment ... - [“You’ve Been Hugged!” – Tutor Time Season of Kindness Activity | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2015/11/youve-been-hugged-tutor-time-season-of-kindness-activity/): Help us to blanket the world with goodness by participating in our Youve Been Hugged activity! By doing so, youll spread the word about our Season of Kindness program and fill your community with happiness! Instructions are below. To print off each page, simply click each image to view the PDF. ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Melissa, Lead Preschool Teacher & Team Lead | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2015/12/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-melissa-lead-preschool-teacher-team-lead/): Ms.  Melissa, Lead Preschool Teacher and Team Lead at our center in Grand Rapids, MI, has worked at Tutor Time since May and has a wealth of experience in child care. Read our QA with her to learn about why she chose a career in early childhood education and what she finds so rewarding about ... - [New Year’s Resolution Worksheet for Kids – Free Printable | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2015/12/new-years-resolution-worksheet-for-kids-free-printable/): With 2015 coming to a close, its important to reflect on the past year what we learned and what we accomplished  while focusing on our goals for the New Year. Heres a free printable New Years Resolution worksheet that kids can fill in as we prepare for 2016! From all of us at Tutor Time, ... - [5 Easy Ways to Eat Green for the Environment | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/04/5-easy-ways-to-eat-green-for-the-environment/): By Katie Serbinski, MS, RD April is a month where we celebrate all things green: Earth Day (April 22nd)and National Garden Week (the second week of April). While it’s easy for parents to understand and honor the environment, there’s a simple way you can carry this theme throughout your kitchen and straight to your family: eat ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Angie, Lead Teacher in the 2 Year Old Classroom | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/05/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-angie-lead-teacher-in-the-2-year-old-classroom/): Meet Ms. Angie, the Lead Teacher in the Two Year Old classroom at our location on West 21st Street in Wichita, KS. She has worked at Tutor Time for a total of five years but has worked with children since graduating high school, which was when she realized she was meant to teach in an early ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Jennifer, Lead Pre-K Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/07/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-jennifer-lead-pre-k-teacher/): Meet Ms. Jennifer, the lead pre-kindergarten teacher (and soon-to-be team lead) from our location on Baptist Rd. in Pittsburgh, PA. While she has only been a staff member for a couple months, she has been a part of the Tutor Time family for eight years as both of her children have attended our programs. Read ... - [Spice Up Lunchtime With These 6 Non-Sandwich School Lunch Ideas! | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/08/spice-up-lunchtime-with-these-6-non-sandwich-school-lunch-ideas/): There’s nothing wrong with a classic sandwich at lunch, but why not change things up a bit this school year? Here are 6 non-sandwich ideas to make your kiddo’s lunch the most envied in the cafeteria! Pasta Salads Pasta salad can be tailored to exactly what your child likes! Avoid cream-based dressings and include ... - [Printable Lunchbox Notes & Quotes for Kids | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/08/printable-lunchbox-notes-quotes-for-kids/): Pack some inspiring words in your kiddos’ lunches (and write a personal one, too!) with these printable lunchbox quotes and templates! Click the image below to download a the free PDF. Not sure what to pack along with their note? We’ve got some school lunch ideas here! ... - [Free Printable Selfie Sheet for Kiddos | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/08/free-printable-selfie-sheet-for-kiddos/): Take a silly Back to School picture using this selfie frame! Click the image below to download the full printable PDF. ... - [5 Super Simple School Morning Hacks | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/08/5-super-simple-school-morning-hacks/): Back to school means back to rushed, hectic mornings – or does it? Sure, the kid-needs-last-minute-show-and-tell-item-as-we’re-running-out-the-door mornings will happen at times, but hopefully these simple morning hacks can spare the family some frustration as everyone gets ready to go out the door. Set the breakfast table immediately after dinner so all you need to do ... - [9 Ways to be a Good Neighbor | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/09/9-ways-to-be-a-good-neighbor/): September 28 is National Good Neighbor Day! But you can be a good neighbor any day of the year. Here’s a list of some simple ideas for having a positive influence in your neighborhood. Offer to wash a neighbor’s car for them. Leave a nice note in their mailbox to let them know you’re thinking ... - [Tutor Time Busts 5 Myths About Early Math | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/10/tutor-time-busts-5-myths-about-early-math/): Anxious about math? You’re far from alone.  For millions of adults, a lack of confidence in math skills – often tracing back to negative childhood experiences – has had lasting repercussions. Besides leading to missed career opportunities and ongoing frustration in everyday tasks, studies show that math angst can even be transferred to others.  For ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Jen, Lead Junior Kindergarten Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/10/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-jen-lead-junior-kindergarten-teacher/): Meet Ms. Jen, lead Junior Kindergarten teacher at our Tutor Time school in West Chester, OH. She has been at Tutor Time for three years but has 10 years of experience in child care and 10 years as a nanny as well as her CDA. Read on to learn more about October’s featured staff member! ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Cheryl, Lead Pre-K Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/11/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-cheryl-lead-pre-k-teacher/): Ms. Cheryl is the Lead Pre-Kindergarten Teacher at our location in Anthem, AZ and has been working in early childhood education for 10 years. Read on to learn more about her passion and dedication to teaching our young learners! How do you maintain good communication with your students’ parents? I have in my mind ... - [Grow Fit Friday: Aloha Chicken | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2017/03/grow-fit-friday-aloha-chicken-3/): Introduce some tropical flavors into your familys dinner with this recipe for Aloha Chicken from our Grow Fit menu! Click the image below to view the full PDF. Want more healthy Grow Fit recipes? Check out our recipes tab here. ... - [Work Together Wednesday: Tutor Time Offers Tips to Encourage Children’s Teamwork | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2017/04/work-together-wednesday-tutor-time-offers-tips-to-encourage-childrens-teamwork/): How soon is too soon to learn about collaboration?  Most babies get their first inkling of teamwork by the time they’re 6 months old, old enough to enjoy a rousing exchange of peek-a-boo. “From our earliest years, collaboration builds our critical thinking capabilities and introduces us to different ways of solving a problem as we ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Esther, Infant Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2017/09/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-esther-infant-teacher/): Meet Ms. Esther, infant teacher and safety captain at Tutor Time in Walnut, CA! She always loved kids, but didn’t realize early education was the career for her until she took a child development course and fell in love with teaching little ones. Read on to learn more about this fabulous teacher! What does a ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Latrice, Kindergarten Prep Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2017/10/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-latrice-kindergarten-prep-teacher/): Meet Ms. Latrice, the amazing lead teacher for our kindergarten prep program at Tutor Time in West Haven, CT. She started working at Tutor Time 10 years ago but has 15 total years of experience in early education programs. Read on to learn more about this talented member of our Tutor Time team! Can ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Shanieka, Georgia Pre-K Assistant Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2017/11/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-shanieka-georgia-pre-k-assistant-teacher/): Meet Ms. Shanieka, the Georgia Pre-K assistant teacher at Tutor Time in Smyrna, GA! She has been at this location since 2015 and is currently working to complete her master’s degree in social work. Read our QA to learn more about Ms. Shanieka! Can you tell us some more about your background? I started ... - [Tutor Time Uses Brightwheel to Connect with Parents All Day, Every Day | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2018/01/tutor-time-uses-brightwheel-to-connect-with-parents-all-day-every-day/): Tutor Times parent company, the Learning Care Group, is opening a window for parents into their child’s school day with real-time photos, videos and updates anytime, anywhere. The early childhood education leader is ensuring that families enrolled at its preschools nationwide feel as close to their children as possible during school hours through brightwheel – ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Mrs. Davis, Preschool Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2018/01/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-mrs-davis-preschool-teacher/): Meet Mrs. Davis, lead preschool teacher here at Tutor Time on S. Alma School Rd. in Chandler, AZ. After 20 years of working in medical administration, she finally made the career switch a year ago to obtain her associate’s degree and follow her passion of teaching little ones. Read on to learn more about Mrs. ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Shelia, Infant Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2018/02/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-shelia-infant-teacher/): Ms. Shelia is the lead infant B (eight to 18-month-olds) teacher at Tutor Time in Powell, OH. She has been working with little ones at Tutor Time for five years, but has seven years of experience in the field. Read our QA to learn more about this incredible infant teacher! Tell us a bit about ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Shelly, Pre-K Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2018/03/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-shelly-pre-k-teacher/): Meet Ms. Shelly, lead pre-kindergarten teacher at Tutor Time in Mint Hill, NC! She has been at this location for five years and has over 15 years of experience working with little ones. Read on to learn more about this fabulous member of our Tutor Time team! Why did you decide on a career ... - [Developmental Domain Series: Social Development | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2018/11/developmental-domain-series-social-development-3/): This month, let’s take a closer look at the Social-Emotional Domain, focusing on social development. Social development is the process through which children learn to build relationships. It involves learning the values, knowledge, and skills necessary to understand how to get along with others. Everyday experiences at home support children’s developing social skills. Families give children ... - [Developmental Domain Series: Language Domain | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2019/02/developmental-domain-series-language-domain-3/): This month, let’s take a closer look at the Language Domain, focusing on the development of oral language and vocabulary  Vocabulary and oral language development is the foundation of later literacy skills, such as reading and writing. Research shows that exposing children to unfamiliar words in conversation has a positive impact on vocabulary development; and using complex, or “spicy,” ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Beth, Assistant Director | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2019/03/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-beth-assistant-director/): Meet Ms. Beth, the assistant director at our Tutor Time location in Shelby Township, MI! She has been the assistant director at Tutor Time for about one year, but has several years of early education experience. Read our QA with Ms. Beth to learn more about this amazing member of our management team! Tell ... - [Developmental Domain Series: Cognitive Domain Nature & Science | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2019/04/developmental-domain-series-cognitive-domain-2/): This month, let’s take a closer look at the Cognitive Development Domain, focusing on nature and science.    Cognitive development involves how children think, explore, and figure things out. It refers to things such as memory, and the ability to learn new information. This domain includes the development of knowledge and skills in math, science, social studies, and creative arts.    Research shows ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Charletta, VPK Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2019/04/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-charletta-vpk-teacher/): Meet Ms. Charletta, VPK teacher at Tutor Time in Jacksonville, FL! She has been at Tutor Time for about three years, but has a wealth of experience teaching across the country. Read on to learn about this fabulous member of our team! Why did you choose a career in early education? I always wanted ... - [Father’s Day Monster Art Card](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2021/06/father-s-day-monster-card/): Show your dad or an important father figure how much they mean to you by making this adorable card! - [Boost Kindergarten Readiness](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2021/06/boost-kindergarten-readiness-2/): Our Kindergarten Cadets program helps give your child the boost they need for a strong start! - [Create a Buzz with “Honey Bee” Slime](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2021/07/create-a-buzz-with-honey-bee-slime-2/): We’ve designed a simple sensory slime recipe that you can try with your kids to spark a conversation about the amazing benefits of honey bees! - [Create an Upcycled Turkey](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2021/11/create-an-upcycled-turkey-2/): Read on to learn how to make this adorable turkey using recycled materials! - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Courtney, Lead Infant Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/06/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-courtney-lead-infant-teacher/): Meet Ms. Courtney, one of the lead teachers in the Infant D classroom (ages one to two) at our Tutor Time location in East Greenbush, NY. She graduated from Hudson Valley Community College in early childhood education and has been at this center for two and a half years. Read on to learn more about ... - [4 Helpful Ways to Teach Toddlers to Share | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/06/4-helpful-ways-to-teach-toddlers-to-share/): Why is it so difficult for toddlers to share? To put it simply, their brains do not yet have the ability to comprehend the patience, compassion and planning that sharing requires. “Children under two often have difficulty sharing because they have not yet developed a sense of empathy,” says Bonnie Bonifield, education expert at Tutor Time. ... - [Fun Facts About Cows for Cow Appreciation Day | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/07/fun-facts-about-cows-for-cow-appreciation-day/): Today is Cow Appreciation Day! Check out our infographic below to learn some fascinating facts about this incredible animal! ... - [Summertime Water Activities for Kids! | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/07/summertime-water-activities-for-kids/): Beat the heat this summer with our essential list of water activities to blast away summer boredom. Just add water—and a little imagination—to get started. Laundry Day: Develop hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills with: rope, clothespins, tub of water, washcloths, and soap. Practice wringing out wet items and hanging them up to dry. ... - [Season of Kindness Brings Lessons of Empathy to Life at Tutor Time | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/12/season-of-kindness-brings-lessons-of-empathy-to-life-at-tutor-time/): ‘Tis the Season of Kindness! Tutor Time and our sister schools nationwide, students are experiencing the valuable lessons of empathy and generosity.  Our beloved holiday custom teaches children about giving back, paying it forward and sharing joy. From participating in food, coat and toy drives, to visiting “grandmas and grandpas” at senior centers, to sending ... - [Learning Care Group Triples Growth in Kindergarten Readiness for 2nd Consecutive Year | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/12/learning-care-group-triples-growth-in-kindergarten-readiness-for-2nd-consecutive-year/): A new study from Tutor Time and her sister schools reveals that the company has achieved three times growth in school readiness among its Pre-K students during the fall 2015-spring 2016 academic year. This is the second consecutive year that the Learning Care Group’s schools – which include Childtime, The Children’s Courtyard, Everbrook Academy, La ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Amanda, Team Lead & Lead 2’s Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2017/01/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-amanda-team-lead-lead-2s-teacher/): Meet Amanda Dahl, Team Lead and Lead Twos teacher at Tutor Time in Sewell, NJ! She’s been at Tutor Time for nine years, starting out as an assistant and working up to her current role. Read on to learn more about this awesome member of our Tutor Time staff! Why did you decide on a ... - [Fun & Easy Groundhog Day Craft for Kids | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2017/02/fun-easy-groundhog-day-craft-for-kids/): Watch your groundhog puppet pop in and out of his burrow with this simple Groundhog Day craft! Materials: Styrofoam cup Popsicle stick Green, brown, black and white construction paper Wiggle eyes Glue Instructions Cut a medium-sized heart shape and two small rectangles with rounded tops out of the brown construction paper. Cut a small heart ... - [Grow Fit Friday: Healthy Turkey Chili | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2017/03/grow-fit-friday-healthy-turkey-chili-2/): Even though spring has sprung, the weather is still chilly across many parts of the country. On days when temps dip a little too low, cook up this warm and healthy turkey chili from our Grow Fit menu! Click the image below to download the full printable PDF. Click here for more Grow Fit ... - [Earth Day Activity: Turtle Herb Planter | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2017/04/earth-day-activity-turtle-herb-planter/): Go green this Earth Day and make adorable turtle herb planters using recycled empty fruit cups! Materials: Cleaned empty fruit cup Green paint Paintbrush Potting Soil Hot glue gun Green pom poms (one large, four small) Wiggly eyes Herb seeds Instructions: Paint inside of the fruit cup green Using hot glue, place the large green ... - [Raise a Solid Reader with Spicy Words | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2017/04/7763/): What spicy words have you used today? At Tutor Time preschoolers are learning fun and powerful new ways to express themselves with surprisingly sophisticated vocabulary. Words like enormous, creeping and fierce are celebrated as children first discover, then try out newly acquired expressions. “Children need to have a rich and robust oral language vocabulary in ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Jessica, School-Age Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2017/05/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-jessica-school-age-teacher/): Meet Ms. Jessica, school age teacher at our location in Schaumburg, IL! Along with working with school-agers, she also drives the Tutor Time bus and assists in various classrooms throughout the day while her students are at school. Read our QA to learn more about the amazing things Jessica is doing at Tutor Time! ... - [Simple Yoga Poses for Kids | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2017/08/simple-yoga-poses-for-kids/): Strike a pose! (A yoga pose, that is). A critical part of our educational philosophy here at Tutor Time is to instill the notion that healthy bodies promote healthy minds. Staying active helps boost kiddos’ productivity in school, and these simple Grow Fit yoga poses can help get their gears turning in preparation for the new ... - [Learning Care Group Named Partnership for a Healthier America 2017 Partner of the Year | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2017/08/learning-care-group-named-partnership-for-a-healthier-america-2017-partner-of-the-year-2/): The Partnership for a Healthier America is honoring Learning Care Group, Tutor Time’s parent company, with the 2017 PHA Partner of the Year Award for the company’s extensive work in prioritizing healthier practices in the daily lives of young children. In 2014, Learning Care Group, a leading early education and childcare provider, reaffirmed its commitment ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Darby, Twos Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2018/04/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-darby-twos-teacher/): Ms. Darby is the lead Twos teacher at our Tutor Time school in Downington, PA. She has worked as a teacher at this location for nearly three years and loves watching her students reach amazing milestones throughout the year. Read on to learn more about this wonderful member of our team! Can you tell ... - [Tutor Time Celebrates Nationwide ‘Teacher of the Year’ Simone Palmer | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2018/05/tutor-time-celebrates-nationwide-teacher-of-the-year-simone-palmer/): COLLEYVILLE,Tex., May 11, 2018 – Learning Care Group is proud to honor Simone Palmer from its Tutor Time location in Colleyville, Texas as this year’s recipient of the company’s prestigious Teacher of the Year award. Palmer has been selected in recognition of her remarkable work in bringing lessons to life in creative and engaging ways ... - [Developmental Domain Series: Physical Development | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2018/12/developmental-domain-series-physical-domain-3/): This month, let’s take a closer look at the Physical Development Domain, focusing on fine and gross motor skill development. Physical development occurs most rapidly during the first two years of a child’s life. This period of a child’s life also sees the greatest brain development. In fact, during the first two years, the weight ... - [How to Get Your Child to Eat Healthy Foods | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/03/how-to-get-your-child-to-eat-healthy-foods-tt/): To “Create A Great Plate,” try these tips from the USDA: Make half the plate fruits and vegetables. Serve plenty of brightly colored fruits and vegetables at meals and snacks. Choose whole fruits (fresh, frozen, canned or dried) more often than juice — whole fruits have more nutrients and less sugar. Offer water instead of ... - [Five Things Parents can do to Prep for Back-to-School | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/08/five-things-parents-can-do-to-prep-for-back-to-school/): Back-to-school is around the corner, but don’t be daunted by the transition from summer fun to school schedule. Children take their cues from their parents, so it’s key for US to get into the back-to-school mind-set first. Here are my pain-free prep tips for parents – our stressless adjustment will filter down to the kids, ... - [Why Playdates are Important for Your Child | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/10/why-playdates-are-important-for-your-child/): Everyone knows playdates are fun. But did you know they actually boost your child’s brain power, too? In my next three articles, I’ll explain why. I’ll also give you tips on how to host a successful playdate, how your child can be a gracious playdate guest, and explain how even babies can benefit from playdates. ... - [Literacy Education is Essential to Success in School | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/10/literacy-education-is-essential-to-success-in-school/): As early childhood educators, it’s our goal to provide children with skills for success in school and beyond, and it all starts with learning literacy at an early age. When making the transition from early childhood to kindergarten, children who are exposed to literacy education early are more engaged and ultimately more prepared for lifelong ... - [How to Start Healthy Eating Habits for the Little Ones | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2014/03/how-to-start-healthy-eating-habits-for-the-little-ones/): Japanese children love fish, veggies, and tofu. Indian children adore spicy lentils, okra, and pickled mango. Brazilian kiddos dive into stewed rice and beans with meat and veggies. So why do so many American children insist on a “white diet” of pasta, fries, and chicken nuggets? They learn their habits from us. Even before ... - [Spring into Fitness with the Little Ones | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2014/04/spring-into-fitness-with-the-little-ones-2/): In efforts to boost family heath and fitness, The National Association of Young Children (NAEYC) is sponsoring the annual Week of The Young Child from April 6-12 with events around the world. Last year alone, supporters like you added more than 250 global events to focus public attention on the needs for early childhood programs. In ... - [Earth Day – A Children’s Character Lesson in Disguise | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2014/04/earth-day-a-childrens-character-lesson-in-disguise-2/): Earth Day isn’t just about taking care of the planet. It’s also a great opportunity to teach young children important character lessons about responsibility, sharing, and cleaning up after ourselves. These lessons in good character are fun and easy to sneak in while you’re celebrating Earth Day. Here’s how you can boost your child’s character ... - [Punished By Rewards | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2015/09/punished-by-rewards/): I was speaking with a mom of a four-year-old recently who was telling me about the behavior system she had enacted to get her daughter to stop hitting, yelling and treating her disrespectfully.  She was giving her daughter money each time she behaved “correctly”.  I explained to the mom that while systems like this may ... - [Craft a Celebration of Diversity](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2024/01/craft-a-celebration-of-diversity-8/): A great way to have meaningful conversations with your children is through hands-on activities that highlight their unique interests and abilities. - [Preview the Magic of Wondercamp](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2024/03/preview-the-magic-of-wondercamp-8/): Your peace of mind is a top priority, but what will your child's experience LOOK and FEEL like? Let’s dive into the MAGIC of Wondercamp! - [Printable Photo Props for Teacher Appreciation Week | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2015/05/printable-photo-props-for-teacher-appreciation-week/): Say cheese! Preserve the memory of your child and his or her beloved teacher this Teacher Appreciation Week by taking an adorable picture of them! Here, we have some colorful signs that you can personalize to add some flair to the photo! Click the image below to open up and print the templates. Need another ... - [Kid-Friendly Recipe: Sweet Chicken Salad | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2015/06/kid-friendly-recipe-sweet-chicken-salad/): This healthy, sweet chicken salad is perfect for a warm summer day and is packed with nutrients to keep your kiddos fueled during the day. With lean chicken, fresh spinach and a touch of sweetness from orange juice, this nutritious dish will satisfy your kiddos taste buds AND tummies! Its also one of the many ... - [Get to Know Our Tutor Time Staff – Natalie Cole, Team Lead in Concord, NC | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2015/07/get-to-know-our-tutor-time-staff-natalie-cole-team-lead-in-concord-nc/): Natalie Cole, Team Lead at Tutor Time in Concord, NC has been working with children for 10 years and has been at Tutor Time for six of those. She worked in several classrooms at the center, including the toddler, pre-kindergarten and junior kindergarten rooms, before taking on her current role. Read on to learn more ... - [Facebook Timeline Promotion | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/01/facebook-promotion-rules-2/): Rules and Regulations: To be considered eligible to participate in this giveaway, fans must adhere to Facebooks guidelines for Timeline Promotions. This means that entrants are only qualified when they like the post on a brand page timeline; likes acquired by fans sharing the photo will not be counted.  We will choose the winner at ... - [Build Your Own Snowman Craft](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2021/12/build-your-own-snowman-2/): No snow required to build this adorable snowman! - [Make Your Own Crystalized Snowflakes](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2022/01/make-your-own-crystalized-snowflakes-2/): Your kids can create their own beautiful crystalized snowflakes using just a few simple items! Read on to learn more. - [Winter Family Bucket List](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2022/01/winter-bucket-list-2/): Check out this ultimate winter bucket list! - [Create a Lucky March Clover](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2022/03/create-a-lucky-march-clover-7/): Did you know March is National Craft Month? We're going to make a green clover! - [A Satisfying Summer Treat](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2022/07/a-satisfying-summer-treat-7/): There are quite a few things that bring pure summertime joy—snacking on a fresh slice of juicy watermelon in the warm sunshine is certainly one of them! - [Spotlight on Spanish: Learn the Colors](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2023/10/spotlight-on-spanish-learn-the-colors-3/): Many of our schools offer a Spotlight on Spanish elective to introduce the language. Want to give it a try at home? Let’s explore COLORS! - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Elizabeth, Team Lead | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2017/03/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-elizabeth-team-lead/): Meet Ms. Elizabeth, team lead at our Tutor Time location in Lacey, WA! She’s fluent in two languages (in addition to English) and has been at Tutor Time for more than a year. Read on to learn more about this fabulous teacher! Tell us about your background! I originally went to University of Massachusetts and ... - [5 Fun Facts About Tennis for World Tennis Day! | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2017/03/5-fun-facts-about-tennis-for-world-tennis-day/): Happy World Tennis Day! Did you know these interesting facts about tennis? Click the image below to view the PDF version! ... - [Grow Fit Friday: Italian Herb Baked Pollock | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2017/03/grow-fit-friday-italian-herb-baked-pollock-2/): With so many yummy spices, this pollock recipe isn’t just super flavorful, it’s also easy to make and packed with protein and healthy omega-3 fatty acids! Click the image below to view the printable PDF. For more delicious and nutritious recipes, be sure to check out our recipes tab! ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Moya, School-Age Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2017/03/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-moya-school-age-teacher/): Meet Ms. Moya, School Age Teacher at Tutor Time in Highland Village, TX. With a wealth of experience volunteering for Girl Scouts, Sunday School and more, she’s a perfect fit at Tutor Time. Read on to learn more about this talented member of our team! Tell us some more about your background in early ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Emalee, Lead Early Preschool Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2017/04/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-emalee-lead-early-preschool-teacher/): Meet Ms. Emalee, lead early preschool teacher at Tutor Time in Andover, MN. She worked in child care during her years in high school and attended Iowa State University in Ames where she studied child, adult and family services and early childhood. Read our QA with Emalee to learn more about her background and interests! ... - [Tutor Time Expands Commitment With Partnership for a Healthier America | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2017/05/tutor-time-expands-commitment-with-partnership-for-a-healthier-america/): Tutor Time and her sister schools at the Learning Care Group are reaffirming their commitment with the Partnership for a Healthier America (PHA) and introducing new nutrition, fitness and gardening initiatives that further enhance the company’s Grow Fit culture.  The new agreement, announced today at the PHA’s Building a Healthier Future Summit, builds upon the ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Lauren, Lead Toddler Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2017/06/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-lauren-lead-toddler-teacher/): Meet Ms. Lauren, the lead toddler teacher at Tutor Time in Wilmington, DE! She has been teaching at Tutor Time for 18 years and has worked with the toddlers, infants and two-year-olds. Read our QA to learn more about this talented member of our team! Tell us about your background! It started out in ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Rosa, Preschool Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2017/07/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-rosa-preschool-teacher/): Meet Ms. Rosa, Preschool Teacher at Tutor Time in Plantation, FL! Currently, she works with three- and four-year-olds, and did we mention that she’s been at Tutor Time for 20 years?! Read our QA to learn more about this wonderful member of our staff! Why did you decide to teach little ones? I love ... - [Developmental Domain Series: Emotional Development | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2018/10/developmental-domain-series-emotional-development-3/): This month, let’s take a closer look at the Social-Emotional Domain, focusing specifically on the emotional development. Emotional development begins with learning to identify and express our own feelings. When we can acknowledge and accept our feelings, we can learn to manage them and to recognize what other people may be feeling. This is the ... - [10 Fun First Day of School Traditions](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2019/08/10-fun-first-day-of-school-traditions-to-start/): Here is a list of 10 new first day of school traditions to start with your family! - [A One-of-a-Kind In-Service Day](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2019/12/a-one-of-a-kind-in-service-day/): Read on to learn more about our most recent in-service training day for our staff. - [3 Benefits of The Prep Lab at Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2020/08/3-benefits-of-prep-lab/): Learn about some benefits of The Prep Lab at Tutor Time. - [Mother's Day Bouquet Craft for Kids](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2021/05/mother-s-day-bouquet-1/): Follow along as we create a special Mother’s Day Bouquet that’s sure to make her smile. - [New app aims to revolutionize the family experience](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2022/03/sproutabout-a-new-app-to-shout-about!-exclusive-new-app-aims-to-revolutionize-the-family-experience-at-tutor-time/): SproutAbout​ is our innovative solution for making your classroom connection even stronger. - [Autumn Leaf Suncatcher](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2022/10/autumn-leaf-suncatcher-6/): We’re going to create an Autumn Leaf Suncatcher to show off the leaves in their various states of reds, oranges, yellows, and browns. - [Create a Winter Sensory Bag](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2023/01/create-a-winter-sensory-bag-4/): It’s great to have a simple activity on hand to keep children of all ages busy. - [Make a Colorful Vase](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2024/05/make-a-colorful-vase-4/): This month, we’re going to transform a vase into a work of art to help you add even more color to your space. In no time, you’ll have the perfect homemade vase - [“Rediscover the Joy of Back to School” Sweepstakes](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2021/07/enter-to-win-rediscover-the-joy-of-back-to-school-sweepstakes-2/): To build excitement about the new school year, we’re thrilled about the launch of our special “Rediscover the Joy of Back to School” Sweepstakes on Instagram! - [Create Your Own Luminary](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2022/04/create-your-own-luminary-9/): We’re going to create a luminary to honor the beautiful light of the special women in our lives and the seasonal changes that make us all feel radiant. - [Create a Colorful Rainbow](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2022/08/create-a-colorful-rainbow-7/): Bring a little cheer into your space at home by creating a simple rainbow that gives children a chance to design one that feels unique and beautiful. - [Combat Winter Illness with Healthy Habits | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2024/02/combat-winter-illness-with-healthy-habits-7/): The spread of germs is inevitable this time of year but being proactive helps! - [Slowing Down During the Holidays](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2023/12/slowing-down-during-the-holidays-6/): Take time to slow down and enjoy spending time with one another by engaging in simple, family-friendly activities! - [Early Education Blog | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/): A collection of expert advice, simple tips, and fun suggestions from Tutor Time. - [How Does Your Child Learn? | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2011/07/how-does-your-child-learn-tt/): “My son knows his ABCs. Look how smart he is!” “Show Grandma how you can count to 10, honey!” Does this sound like you or anyone you know who is a parent of a young child? Chances are you would say yes. We are so proud to see that our children are learning, and that ... - [How to Separate Your Child from Anxiety | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2011/07/how-to-separate-your-child-from-anxiety-tt/): Separation anxiety is real. Babies, children of all ages, and even adults can feel it. Wikipedia describes it as: “…a psychological condition in which an individual experiences excessive anxiety regarding separation from home or from people to whom the individual has a strong emotional attachment (like a father, mother, grandparents, and brothers or sisters).” Though ... - [Help Your Child Look Forward to Going Back to School | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2011/07/help-your-child-look-forward-to-going-back-to-school-tt/): It is back-to-school time for you and your children again, or maybe for the first time! In the summer, we sometimes give children a break from routines. So getting ready for school again, and returning to consistent schedules, can sometimes bring on stress or anxiety for your family. Take steps now to make this transition ... - [Dressing Up Isn’t Just for Halloween | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2011/09/halloween-tt/): Imagination will often carry us to worlds that never were. But without it we go nowhere. — Carl Sagan In some parts of the country, October ends with children (and some adults) donning elaborate costumes and entering an exciting world of make-believe. For many grown-ups, to pretend seems like child’s play. However, as we are ... - [How to Balance Tech Time and Maximize Its Use | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2011/09/to-plug-or-unplug-tt/): To Plug or Unplug? From our partners at Discovery Kids Puterbugs Thirty minutes? One hour? How much time should your child spend using technology each day? In a world where everything runs on technology, the answer is not just about counting minutes. The answer depends on how it’s being used. Any amount of time a ... - [Seasonal Book List for Your Child | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/01/seasonal-book-list-for-your-child/): Sharing quality literature is a wonderful way to introduce new ideas and start conversation with children. The following books feature stories of kindness and empathy. Incorporate these books into story time all year round to reinforce the valuable lessons highlighted during the Season of Giving. With the help of our friends at Sprout, we have ... - [Teaching Your Child to Have a Balanced View of Technology | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/01/teaching-your-child-to-have-a-balanced-view-of-technology/): When I was growing up, moms always seemed to have the answers to life’s questions. Now our next generation of kids is turning to the all-knowing Internet. What can we do to keep up? A few weeks ago, my son couldn’t find his favorite jeans. Instead of asking me if I knew where they were, ... - [Baby Steps to Reading | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/02/baby-steps-to-reading/): “Shhhh!” We were in the waiting room at the pediatrician’s office, and any peep the 6-month-old made was met by his mama’s “Shhhh!” She looked embarrassed about her baby’s happy – and wonderfully normal – babbling sounds. I couldn’t help encouraging her to support her little babbler. “Oh, he’s so cute! He’s talking up a ... - [How to Know When to Start Your Child in Preschool | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/02/how-to-know-when-to-start-your-child-in-preschool/): Should your child start preschool at 2, 3, or even 4? Is he late-born, early-born, or right in between? Should he be one of the oldest in the class, the youngest, or in the middle? And what impact will this have on his eventual kindergarten start date? If your head is spinning at making this ... - [Seven Tips for Your Picky Eating Toddler | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/03/seven-tips-for-your-picky-eating-toddler/): When your baby becomes a toddler, the days of a relaxed meal in the high chair are done. Now, all she wants (and needs) is a quick bite, and then she’s off to more important things. To cover her nutritional needs, offer a variety of healthy foods anyway – but don’t force it. Here are ... - [Meet the Newest Member of the Tutor Time Family! | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/03/meet-the-newest-member-of-the-tutor-time-family/): We’re honored to welcome Dr. Susan Canizares to our Tutor Time family! Dr. Susan has joined Tutor Time as Chief Academic Officer (CAO) and is excited to lead the educational mission of our school. She holds a Ph.D. in language and literacy development and offers more than 20 years of experience in educational publishing, specializing ... - [Ways To Laugh, Smile and Celebrate with Your Child | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/03/ways-to-laugh-smile-and-celebrate-with-your-child/): Do you remember what it’s like to be young? To be silly and carefree, when your only job is to learn and have fun? Back then, it was all about the journey and never the destination. Living in the moment was your only choice, and you couldn’t help but be present for every astonishing and ... - [Kindergarten Readiness Skills You Can Boost with Technology | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/03/kindergarten-readiness-skills-you-can-boost-with-technology/): Is your child ready for Kindergarten? Here’s a quick list of 10 Kindergarten readiness skills and fun tips on how you can boost your child’s learning with the technology you use every day. 1. Hone Fine Motor Skills with a Computer Mouse Using the mouse helps build little muscles in your childs fingers and ... - [Tutor Time Celebrates the Week of the Young Child | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/04/tutor-time-celebrates-the-week-of-the-young-child/): Every year, the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) sponsors the Week of the Young Child, seven days devoted to celebrating early childhood education. The 2013 Week of the Young Child is happening April 14-20 and this year’s theme to celebrate is Early Years Are Learning Years. We invite you and your ... - [Celebrate Diversity With Your Child | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/04/celebrate-diversity-with-your-child/): If you’re like me, you want your children to grow up to be kind. To have the morality to know that everyone should be treated equally. That skin color, gender, religion, ability, or any other form of difference should be not only tolerated, but embraced. But if you’re like me, you might also have made this mistake: ... - [Raising a Resilient Child | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/04/how-to-grow-more-resilient-children/): Your children are strong. Stronger than you might be led to believe by the headlines screaming about the latest parental panic point. Resilience is the best kind of strength to have: It’s the ability to bend, not break, under pressure – and  emerge stronger for it. Resilience is hugely important. It leads to happier, longer ... - [Eight Ways to Savor the Moments with Your Young Child | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2013/04/eight-ways-to-savor-the-moments-with-your-young-child-t/): If you are like most of us, you are vigorously working, busy keeping schedules, and enthusiastically trying to be the best caregivers of your children, homes, perhaps pets, and even partners. When you are immersed in the day-to-day routine of raising a child, it is hard to believe that time is passing so quickly; the ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Faith, Infant Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2015/11/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-faith-infant-teacher/): Ms. Faith is the Infant Teacher at our center in Norwalk, CT, and has worked at that location for 15 years! Read on to learn more about Ms. Faith and what it’s like to teach in the infant room at Tutor Time. What has it been like teaching at Tutor Time for 15 years? ... - [What Is There to Learn From a School Readiness Round-Up? | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/01/what-is-there-to-learn-from-a-school-readiness-round-up-3/): It won’t be long and your child will be moving up our School Readiness Pathway and heading to a new classroom. We want to ensure this transition is a win-win for your child and for you. Transitions can be stressful, so the sooner we begin thinking about the transition, the easier it will be on ... - [New Dietary Advice for 2016: What Parents Need to Know | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/01/5929/): By Katie Serbinski, MS, RD There’s more to food than just taste. Or so that’s what I’ve learned in my six years of studying nutrition science. Food provides our bodies with the nutrients it needs to function, just like fuel to a car. But what foods constitute as healthy? How can you maintain a healthy diet ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Karyn, School Director | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/01/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-karyn-school-director/): Meet Ms. Karyn, the talented Director at our Tutor Time in Matthews, NC! She attended college for family and child development and has worked in child care and education for almost 13 years – seven of those at Tutor Time. Read our QA to learn more about Karyn and how she makes a difference in ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Paige, Lead Infant Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/02/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-paige-lead-infant-teacher/): Ms. Paige – Lead Infant Teacher at our Bloomingdale, IL center – has worked at Tutor Time for three years, but has nearly a decade of experience working with little ones. What does she love so much about teaching in the infant classroom? Read on to find out! Tell us about your background? Went ... - [Monkey Snacks – Grow Fit Friday Recipe | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/03/monkey-snacks-grow-fit-friday-recipe/): Happy Grow Fit Friday! Each Friday during Nutrition Month, we’re featuring one of our healthy and delicious recipes from our Grow Fit Menu. We hope you’ll go “bananas” for this week’s recipe – scrumptious Monkey Snacks! (Click the recipe below to open a printable PDF version) ... - [Grow Fit Friday – Winter Baked Barbecue Chicken | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/03/grow-fit-friday-winter-baked-barbecue-chicken/): Sure, summer isn’t quite here yet, but who says you can’t indulge in some barbecue in the meantime? Today’s featured recipe from our Grow Fit menu is Winter Baked BBQ Chicken. Make this nutritious meal for your family tonight! ... - [Grow Fit: How We’re Paving the Way for Healthy Lifestyles | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/03/grow-fit-how-were-paving-the-way-for-healthy-lifestyles-2/): We strive every day to teach children healthy habits and to help them reach their full potentials. So how do we lead by example? By enhancing our program to even further promote our Grow Fit lifestyle! Check out some of the amazing changes weve made at our schools: ... - [Grow Fit Recipe: Healthy Chicken Cordon Bleu Casserole | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/03/grow-fit-recipe-healthy-chicken-cordon-bleu-casserole/): This healthy, kid-friendly take on the classic dish will have your little ones (and even the adults!) asking for seconds! Whip up this simple dinner recipe tonight! ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Pam, VPK Teacher & Co-Safety Captain | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/03/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-pam-vpk-teacher-co-safety-captain/): Meet Ms. Pam, the talented VPK Teacher and Co-Safety Captain at our Tutor Time school in St. Augustine, FL. She has worked at the center for almost seven years, and has many years of experience working with children both here in the United States as well as in her native Australia. Read on to learn ... - [Spring Cleaning With the Kiddos: Age-Appropriate Chores for Little Ones | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/04/spring-cleaning-with-the-kiddos-age-appropriate-chores-for-little-ones/): Spring cleaning is a great time for children to learn about being responsible and taking care of themselves and others. Chores don’t have to be a chore—work together to figure out the best system for your family and in doing so, you’ll discover how helping can be fun! ... - [Data Drives Success of Customized Path to Kindergarten Readiness | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/04/data-drives-success-of-customized-path-to-kindergarten-readiness-3/): With kindergarten on the horizon, Tutor Time is giving parents the confidence of knowing that when the time comes, their little one will be ready for the big leagues. Tutor Time provides a customized learning experience for each child as a foundation for future academic success. Parents can be assured their child’s learning goals are ... - [Meet Our Tutor Time Staff – Ms. Annalee, Lead Twos Teacher | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2016/04/meet-our-tutor-time-staff-ms-annalee-lead-twos-teacher/): Ms. Annalee is the lead teacher in our two year old classroom at our Tutor Time school in Fontana, California. September will mark her three-year anniversary with us, though she has been working with two-year-olds for 17 years! Read on to learn more about Ms. Annalee! What inspired you to pursue a career in ... - [Creating Art with Natural Materials](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2022/07/creating-art-with-natural-materials-8/): Calling all natural artists!Art is everywhere. You just have to see the potential and let your imagination lead the way.... - [6 Reasons to Get Excited About Our Summer Camp!](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2023/02/6-reasons-to-get-excited-about-our-summer-camp!-4/): Have you started making child care plans for summer break yet? The rest of the school year will fly by and before you know it, summer will be here! - [Creating a Language-Rich Environment](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2024/06/creating-a-language-rich-environment-9/): This month, were going to focus on the final EQI in our blog series. The importance of building a language-rich environment in the classroom to support foundational development!... - [Create Your Own Holiday Gift Tags](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2022/12/create-your-own-holiday-gift-tags-7/): Add a personal touch to the season of giving by creating your own holiday gift tags. - [Create Valentine’s Day Finger Puppets](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2023/02/create-valentine-s-day-finger-puppets-7/): February is the perfect month to share your heart and celebrate love in all forms. - [Mindful Child/Adult Interactions](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2024/03/mindful-child-adult-interactions-8/): we hope to encourage positive growth for every member of our school community and foster collaborative relationships between children, families, and teachers. - [Create Stress-Free Mornings](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2023/08/create-stress-free-mornings/): Getting back into the rhythms and routines of a new school year after months of summer fun can be tough. Don’t worry, we’re here to help! - [Tips for Helping your Child Become a Great Reader | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/03/tips-for-helping-your-child-become-a-great-reader-tt/): Tips for Helping your Child Become a Great Reader Let’s look at different age groups to see how oral language, reading, and writing all add up to create a literate child: Infants: Oral Language: Have conversations with your baby! After you say something, pause and give your baby time to respond. Reading: Read to your ... - [How to Find Time for Your Family | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/04/how-to-find-time-for-your-family-tt/): Solutions for Creating a Work-Life Balance Would you like to have work-life balance? If youre feeling overworked and finding it more challenging than ever to juggle the demands of your job and the rest of your life, youre not alone. Well, we have a solution for you. Here are some of our suggestions to help ... - [This Year Give your Child a Different Kind of Gift | Tutor Time](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2012/12/this-year-give-your-child-a-different-kind-of-gift/): For better or worse, my kids associate the holiday season with gifts. I haven’t even put away the Thanksgiving decorations, but I already know my boys would like their first electronic readers, some new clothing for our planned holiday trip and (obviously!) a replenishing of their beloved baseball equipment. While my kids will receive some ... - [Love SproutAbout? Write a Review!](https://www.tutortime.com/blog/2023/11/love-sproutabout-write-a-review!/): Have you enjoyed using SproutAbout® to stay connected to your child’s care and education? We’d love to hear from you!