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Holiday Book Recommendations for Preschoolers (January–March)

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Reading with young children is one of the best ways to boost language development, build imagination, and create cozy, meaningful family traditions — especially around seasonal themes and holidays. Here are book recommendations for early preschool age children tied to January, February, and March celebrations and seasons. January Books — New Year, Winter, & Inclusion […]

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Supporting Social and Emotional Development in Young Children

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We often think of academics when we think of “prepared for school,” but research shows that social and emotional development comes first. Children learn best when they feel safe, connected, and confident.  At Centerville Childcare, we nurture social and emotional growth because it lays the foundation for everything that comes next like academically, socially, and personally.

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Happy New Year from Centerville Childcare: A Year of Growth, Joy, and New Beginnings!

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As we step into 2026, all of us at Centerville Childcare want to extend our warmest wishes to your family. The start of a new year is always a moment of reflection and hope. This year, we are especially grateful for the trust, partnership, and community we’ve built with you. Because of the wonderful families

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New Year’s Resolutions for Families With Young Children

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A new year brings a feeling of renewal! We look forward to fresh routines, new hopes, and the chance to build healthy habits as a family. Even though infants, toddlers, and preschoolers are too young for traditional goal-setting, they can still participate in simple, developmentally appropriate resolutions. When these resolutions focus on connection, curiosity, and

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Why Children Behave Differently at Daycare Than at Home And What It Really Means for Parents

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If your child is an angel for their daycare teacher yet collapses into tears or defiance the minute they see you, you’re not alone. In fact, this pattern is so common in childcare and early childhood education that specialists often jokingly call it the after-school meltdown. At Centerville Child Development Center and quality childcare centers

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Surviving and Thriving This Holiday Season: A Parent’s Guide

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The holiday season brings magic, warmth, and memory-making moments but it can also bring disrupted routines, big emotions, extra sugar, late nights, and unpredictable weather. For young children, these changes can make November and December feel overwhelming. At Centerville Child Development Center, we understand how much parents juggle this time of year, and we want

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The Importance of Routines When Days Get Shorter

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Why Seasonal Changes Affect Young Children As the sun sets earlier and mornings grow cooler, children’s daily rhythms can feel a little off. Even minor shifts in daylight can influence sleep, energy levels, and mood — especially for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers. At Centerville Child Development Center, we recognize that fall transitions can be both

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Growing, Learning, and Laughing: Halloween Fun at Centerville Child Development Center

Parents and Children /

October is one of the most magical months of the year at Centerville Child Development Center, and our 4-year-olds are making the most of it! Between pumpkins, stories, costumes, and hands-on experiments, Halloween gives our Pre-K class countless ways to learn through play. This time of year, the excitement in our classroom is contagious but

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Positive Toddler Care at Centerville Child Development Center

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Empowering Growth, Independence & Joy (Ages 2–3) Ages 2 to 3 are a whirlwind of milestones, from running and kicking to imaginative play and learning to share. According to the CDC, toddlers in this stage are developing emotionally, socially, and physically, mastering skills like taking turns, engaging in pretend play, and managing a wide range

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How Centerville Child Development Center Teachers Teach Early Literacy in Children Ages 0–3

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Early literacy is not about formal reading instruction in infancy or toddlerhood, it is about laying the foundation for communication, curiosity, and a love of language. In childcare classrooms, teachers play a vital role in shaping these early experiences. Through intentional practices, developmentally appropriate methods, and engaging daily routines, childcare professionals help even the youngest

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