Category Archives: Child Development
← Older postsThe current state of child care and what can be done
June 7, 2021Recently, EC3’s CEO, Elisabeth Tobia, went on a virtual media tour to discuss the current state of child care amid the pandemic and the importance of prioritizing child care in order to revitalize the nation’s economy. During interviews with Morning … Continue reading
Decision-Making in Early Learning: An Open Letter to Leaders, and to Parents and Staff of Child Care Centers and Homes
March 15, 2020Leadership is hard in the best of times, and it is made more difficult in ambiguous times. Ambiguity begs us to move, to take action, to reach for anything that promises “different,” because the “different” removes us from present discomfort. Decisions … Continue reading
Why Do Babies Like Boxes Best?
December 11, 2017It is Ella’s first birthday, and her mom is excited. She places a brightly wrapped present in front of Ella and tears just a small portion of the shiny paper. Ella takes over, pulling on the paper and scrunching it … Continue reading
Why Kids Whine
July 18, 2016Research on whining confirms that it really is the most annoying sound to the human ear – more so than the sound of a screeching table saw or a Vuvuzela football/soccer horn resembling the sound of an elephant. (1) You … Continue reading
How to Read With a Squiggly Baby (or Toddler!)
May 23, 2016Parents know they should read with their child every day. But reading together requires that your baby or toddler will actually sit still long enough for a book! If you’ve got a squiggler in your house, see if these tips … Continue reading
The Gift of Experience
December 12, 2013Updated 12/2016 Our Henry is not hurting for toys. In fact, I am regularly trying to finds ways of minimizing his collection. While we love the Magna Tiles, Lincoln Logs, Legos, endless art supplies and dress up clothes, they all … Continue reading
Halloween Tips & Tricks
October 22, 2013Halloween can be scary for small children especially with costumes of monsters, witches & devils roaming the streets at night. Here are a few imaginative ways to enjoy Halloween without the usual door-to-door trick-or-treating. You will also find tips and tricks for keeping … Continue reading
Community Service: Get Involved as a Family!
September 18, 2013As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, EC3 relies on our wonderful parent volunteers for many functions – to aid in the governance of the center by serving on the Board of Directors, by pitching in with routine yard maintenance (saving EC3 the … Continue reading
The Creative Child – Why Art in the Classroom is Important
September 3, 2013Art and creative thinking play a large part in EC3’s curriculum. Children develop life skills through art activities. It may seem like all fun and games … and it is! But your child is learning a great deal through exploring … Continue reading
Diversity Series—Part 1: Cultural Diversity
May 13, 2013Earlier this month, Program Director Patti Casey led all EC3 staff through a Cultural Competency and Inclusion Training. In three parts over the next week, we will share what we learned with you for your own family conversations and teaching … Continue reading