The minimalistic approach to education, which emphasises depth rather than breadth, mastering rather than quantity, presents a potent theory of early childhood development in an age of too much education and overly complicated courses. The Elizabeth Fraley Ready Kinder program has this philosophy at its core, which emphasises the essential, high-impact skills. Kinder Ready approach...

The Flat Stanley project is a cherished and lasting educational experience that engages the imagination of young learners. It is a storybook-based, interactive and travelling project that is designed to send a paper doll on trips to friends and family who then report about its adventures at the new places. Although it sounds to be...

CPR and First Aid knowledge is an essential level of preparedness in the setting where the welfare of children is the priority. To parents, educators and caregivers, this training equips them with the ability and confidence to act appropriately in the event of a medical emergency. Even though early childhood academic programs do not primarily...

The process of pregnancy and getting a young child ready for the arrival of another sibling is a serious family change. Time is a compelling way to ensure the social-emotional process, communication and cognitive comprehension of change in a child. Although this is a family-based process, the main competencies needed to achieve this transition successfully...

Parent-Teacher Association (PTA) is a necessary contact between the school and home setting, creating a community of collaborative effort toward student achievement. The PTA is invaluable to families who have to cope with the pivotal transition into formal schooling. The Elizabeth Fraley Kinder Ready program has a mission which is in tandem with the supportive...

Absenteeism in the early academic life of the child, whether due to a sick day, family issues, or other distractions, is a fallout that occurs many times over in the course of a lesson plan of just one day. In the case of young learners, it is important that regular attendance in the classroom does...

Puzzles such as crosswords and Sudoku are regarded as fun activities, yet their educational benefit, especially to young students, is immense. These interactive activities are potent in the creation of the same cognitive skills upon which academic success is based. The intellectual acrobats needed to figure out a crossword or to solve a Sudoku puzzle...

Something big is shifting in how entrepreneurs think about work. The days of long leases, rigid office hours, and draining overhead costs are fading fast. Today’s business owners crave freedom, the ability to scale up, move fast, and work where it makes sense. With 86% of professionals ready to switch jobs for more flexibility, it’s...