February 24, 2017
Raising your child’s intellectual capacity with early music education
Today’s guest post is from TPK parent and music educator Kathryn Brunner. Research has shown a link between learning music and achievement in many other forms of learning – including math and literacy. Read on to learn about how you can use music and movement not only to support your child’s development – but to have […]
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February 17, 2017
A special space: TPK’s children’s chapel
Have you ever wondered what we do in Chapel at TPK? Today’s guest post is by one of our Chapel leaders, Penelope Hayes. Read on to learn about our chapel program and why it’s special. On the first floor of Truro Preschool and Kindergarten is a color filled room with large decoupaged “stained glass windows” […]
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February 10, 2017
“There’s just not enough time in my day!”
Moms, do you ever feel like there just aren’t enough hours in the day to do everything you need to do? Feel pulled in five different directions sometimes? Wonder how you’re going to get the kids fed, the house clean, your work done, bills paid, school dropoff and pickup successfully completed, your kids’ homework done, lunches packed, […]
Read MoreFebruary 3, 2017
A Conscious Discipline Technique: When two kids are fighting
Today I want to share with you a Conscious Discipline technique posted directly from their Facebook page. Disagreements happen. They happen in the classroom, they happen at home, they happen between siblings, they happen between friends. Our friends at Conscious Discipline posted about it this week, and I felt a sense of peace just reading […]
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January 27, 2017
How to Incorporate Early Literacy Into Your Daily Activities
Something we say over and over again at TPK is: You (mom and dad) are your child’s first and best teacher. Your children learn so much from you throughout their development. This is never more evident than during the very early years of your child’s life, during which they show incredible growth and development. Did […]
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January 20, 2017
Why Preschool Matters
It’s Preschool registration time, and we are so enjoying meeting prospective students and their families. One of the questions people sometime ask us is: “What difference is Preschool going to make for my child? How does it benefit them?” Read on to learn a little about what benefits Preschool may have for your child’s growth […]
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January 13, 2017
Using Digital Media Well With Your Kids
Confession time: I use the iPad as a babysitter sometimes. I know – all the experts say not to. But there have been so many times over the years that what I’ve needed was just to have my child distracted for a few minutes so I can take a shower or unload the dishwasher or […]
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January 10, 2017
Pre-K or Kindergarten? Public school or private school? Choosing the Right School for Your Family
It’s preschool registration time, and we know that lots of families are deciding where their children will go to school next year. For our families with 4-year-olds especially, we know that many of you are deciding between Pre-K and Kindergarten; and we know that many of you are exploring your options for Kindergarten, be it […]
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January 5, 2017
Not Just Sledding: Snow Day Fun for Preschoolers
In honor of the first snowfall of 2017, today we want to share some fun snow activities you can do with your kids. Snow days can be great days to spend some extra time with your kids, creating fun memories, and even helping your kids continue their learning when they’re not at school. These activities […]
Read MoreJanuary 3, 2017
From Defiance to Compliance — Using Conscious Discipline
It’s happening. Again! I’ve asked nicely. I’ve counted to 3 really slowly. I’ve used my kind voice, my stern voice. Now somehow I have reduced myself to almost begging my child to comply. “I just need you to put your shoes on sweetie. Come on, can you do this for mommy please?” Now what? Now […]
Read More“For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future.”- Jeremiah 29:11
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