Thanksgiving is a time of year when we all need to take a moment to reflect on life’s blessings and give thanks. But in this time of COVID, when it seems like so much has been taken away, how can you instill an attitude of gratitude? According to Kris McPhail,...
Halloween is approaching and with COVID-19, this year’s celebrations are going to be unlike any other year. According to Beverly Anderson, Executive Director of Ebenezer Child Care Centers, with locations in downtown Milwaukee, Oak Creek, and West Allis/Wauwatosa,...
Your parenting style can affect everything from how much your children weigh to how they feel about themselves. It is important to ensure your parenting style is supporting healthy growth and development, because the way you interact with your children and how you...
We all know that a great education can lead to a great future. As parents, you can help to ensure your children’s success by taking an active role in their education. While technology is the way of the future, many parents may feel uncomfortable with the unknown...
As a parent, it can be scary to think about how quickly your little ones are growing up. However, you can’t postpone the inevitable, and it’s up to you to help ensure they reach their full potential. According to Beverly Anderson, Executive Director of Ebenezer Child...
What is play and why is it important to children? Kris McPhail, Curriculum Specialist from the Downtown Ebenezer Child Care Center, commented that when she went to college she was taught that play is the work of the child. While doing some research for this article,...
Starting kindergarten is a big step for any child. That’s why it is so important that you are sure your child is ready for kindergarten before he or she starts. If you are unsure, there are some easy questions that you can ask to help determine if your child has the...
Learning to use the toilet is a significant developmental milestone for children. But how do you know when your children are ready? According to Leslie Hundt, Coordinator for Ebenezer Child Care Center’s Southside location, “When children are typically between 18...
We often remark on the marvelous creativity of young children from their art to their invented language. As parents, we play an important role in supporting children's abilities in art, dramatic expression, and creative responses to problems. Often, our primary goals...
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