There are many fun activities that you can do with your children that can also be beneficial to their learning and development. Baking is one of those activities. Whether you are baking bread or cookies, baking with your children is a fun activity that can teach them a lot more than you may think! At Growing Kids Learning Centers, we believe that everyday activities are a great way to help your ch…Read More
2020 has been a wild ride and has come with too many changes to count. Unfortunately, one of those changes is how we have to celebrate our holidays. Instead of large family gatherings, big dinners, and other fun group activities, celebrations will be minimal and should not include extended family. Instead of letting this put a damper on your holiday celebration, try to make the most of the holiday…Read More
Summer is a great time to enjoy activities outside with your kiddos. From having a water fight to coloring with chalk, there are a variety of different activities that you and your little ones can enjoy. The best part is that many fun summer activities can also be educational too! While we know that parents aren’t always looking for ways to teach their children, we believe that every moment can …Read More
With everything going on in the world currently, you may find yourself spending more time at home with the kids. While you could let them watch endless hours of television and play video games all day, this is not the best option. You want to keep your kiddos active both mentally and physically. However, we know that it can be hard to keep your children entertained day after day. At Growing Kids L…Read More
You have likely heard about the importance of self-care and some ways to practice it. Every adult should practice self-care to give themselves a break from their hectic lives, refresh, and take care of themselves mentally, emotionally, and physically (be sure to read our blog about this!). While we all know that self-care is important for adults, it is also important for kiddos! While your child l…Read More
Kids are highly perceptive, and equally as vocal about what they see. They’ll be the first to tell you that you look tired or, God forbid, old. They’ll also be quick to mention whenever they see differences amongst other people. If the thought of your child pointing out a person who is different than them is simply mortifying, you’re not alone. It’s common for kids to want to understand th…Read More
Whether it is your first time bringing your little one to daycare, or it is just another Monday morning, drop-off can be rough for both kids and parents. Read our tips to make your transition a little easier! Relax: Your child can pick up on your emotions, and if you are stressed, sad, or frustrated they can sense it. Relax, and share your peaceful mood with your child. Establish a routine: Try to…Read More
Some parents have concerns about sending their child to a daycare. Once they've been to our facility in Chesterton, though, those fears quickly go away! That's because they see that the children in our daycare are happy, learning, active, and engaged with each other and their teachers. It's a great place to grow and learn while parents are off doing grown up things. What you might not realize, tho…Read More
There’s so much to do at Growing Kids Spring Camp! There’s nothing like dropping your kiddo off at daycare knowing that they’re going to experience great things. Our spring camp daycare is a great way for your school-aged children to learn and have fun with a full-day program of educational and enjoyable activities all week long. Activities including art fairs, picnics, drama, team games, ki…Read More
When you put your mind to it, you can accomplish anything. That’s what we believe here at Growing Kids Learning Centers in South Bend. Because school is about to start, we want to make sure you know all about our daycare and preschool. Getting started at our school may seem pretty simple to parents who are watching from beyond the classroom, but when we get down to it, our teachers and daycare p…Read More
