If you’ve ever been inside an early childhood classroom, you’ve probably heard teachers say things like “Criss cross applesauce!”  or “Catch a bubble!”  These phrases are meant to get children to sit still and stay quiet, but at Early Spark Academy , we take a very different approach. We believe early childhood is not  a time for stillness and silence. It’s a time for children to move, talk, wonder, and grow. Why “Criss Cross Applesauce” Isn’t Always Developmentally Appropriate It may seem...

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Toddlers grow and change rapidly during their early years. Understanding their developmental stages helps caregivers support their growth...