A “calm” parent’s guide to handling “meltdowns” and “big feelings” A “calm” parent’s guide to handling “meltdowns” and “big feelings” Meltdowns are not a sign of bad parenting or a “difficult” child. They’re a normal part of early development — a moment when a child’s emotions overwhelm their still developing ability to cope. Understanding what’s […]
What 3-Year-Old Children Learn in Preschool Preschool is often a child’s first experience in a structured learning environment, and at age three, learning happens best through play, exploration, and social interaction. At this stage, children are building essential skills that support their emotional, social, physical, and cognitive development. Here are the key things 3-year-old children […]
Nobody is Perfect Have you ever had moments like these? Your child is painting and ends up getting colors all over the table;They dawdle endlessly before going out, always unable to find their shoes;They burst into tears at the supermarket, just because you didn’t buy the candy they wanted. In that moment, you might […]
Parenting Anxiety: 10 Common Struggles Every Parent Faces Parenting Anxiety: 10 Common Struggles Every Parent Faces Being a parent is one of life’s sweetest and hardest journeys.From the moment your child is born, love and worry become inseparable.You want your little one to grow up healthy, happy, and confident—but somehow, anxiety sneaks in and steals […]
Child Development Reporting Teachers conduct observations to chart progress across all areas of development. Parent-teacher conferences are a chance to have an open dialogue behind closed doors and away from “listening ears”. These conferences give both the teacher and parents an opportunity to share observations and plan next goals. Gross Motor SkillsChildren will be assessed on […]
My first memories begin at the Robert E. Simon, Jr. Children’s Center… Written by Julia Levy, a Simon Center alumni and summer teacher aide, for her college essay. My first memories begin at the Robert E. Simon, Jr. Children’s Center where I started attending at 3 months old. I have clear memories from nap […]
Building Little Hands for Big Writing: Fine Motor Pre-Writing Practice Activities Before children can master the art of writing letters and numbers, they need to develop small muscles in their hands, fingers, and wrists. This is where fine motor and pre-writing practice comes in! These foundational activities help prepare young learners for future handwriting success […]
Children and Summer: A Season of Growth, Fun and Learning Summer is more than just sunshine and splash pads—it’s a magical time for young children to explore, grow, and make lasting memories. With the days longer, and warmer, children have the freedom to dive into new adventures and enjoy a little more flexibility in their routines. […]
How to Entertain a Toddler During the Summer Summer is an exciting time for toddlers—but it can also be overwhelming for parents trying to keep little ones entertained all day long. With longer days and lots of energy to burn, toddlers need activities that are fun, engaging, and help them learn at the same time. […]
Why is the Simon Center so Special? The Simon Center was established in January 1990. In the Year 2000, we became NAEYC Accredited. Since then, we were able to maintain this certification to date. RESCC was named after Robert E. Simon, Jr., the founder of Reston. The number one thing that sets RESCC apart from […]