Since
preschools began, there has been that never ending argument of if the
experience is actually worth it. Should the little ones go to a school before
kindergarten and learn things with strangers, or would their time be better
spent at home with a loving family? While preschool isn't the best option for
everyone, it is something that can be very beneficial your little one.
School
itself is ever evolving and now even kids in kindergarten are focusing more and
more on academics and getting that sturdy basis for learning in place. The
earlier the better, right? And this is where proponents of preschools come in
because this is the place that sets your child up for this future learning once
they hit kindergarten age.
It
used to be that Preschool Redmond
was just glorified babysitting places where mom and dad could drop the kids off
a few days a week and that would be that. Well, no more as now the play based
learning still exists, and so do actual 'classes' on things like number
recognition, letter recognition, pre-math skills like counting and simple
addition and subtraction, and of course the alphabet and what sound each letter
makes. Of course you toddler isn't actually sitting at a desk being drilled on
the alphabet, but the multitude of activities and learning opportunities
available certainly do make a significant difference, and the best part is your
child likely won't even realize she's learning.
Preschool Redmond are also a great
place to let an imagination run wild, and are encouraging places for
cooperative play and learning together. They also foster friendships and
sharing and caring for others, social skills that are wonderful things to teach
those very young. They also strive to teach independence, kids can do a lot of
things for themselves and a preschool is a great place to put those skills on
display.
If
you're worried about gross and fine motor skills, Preschool Redmond have that covered too. Whether it's running,
jumping or climbing or sitting quietly threading beads, cutting out shapes or
learning to write, they have your little one covered.
Studies
have found that kids who attend preschool are that much more ready for
kindergarten and have a great love of learning and a curiosity about the world
around them. They are like little sponges just waiting to soak up more and more
information. While preschool may not always be the best option, it's a great
thing to keep in mind for your little one.
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