Learning and Changing

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Learning and Changing

Preschoolers change quickly in how they think, learn, and behave. Learn practical tips to help your child grow, learn, and get ready for school.

Learning and Changing

Preschoolers are learning so much and growing so fast that it can be hard to keep up. These articles can help you stay on top of and support their development and learning.

Ages and Stages

Age 3
Learn to support your 3-year-old’s growing independence through play, routines, and conversations.

Age 4
Learn to guide your 4-year-old by offering choices, praise, and time to explore.

Age 5
Learn to help your 5-year-old build confidence as they prepare for school and new experiences.

Transitions and Security Blankets
Learn to help your child feel safe and supported during transitions.

Language and Literacy

Reading Readiness
Learn to build your child’s love of reading through playful conversations and reading aloud together.

Storytelling
Learn to spark your child’s imagination and language skills by sharing stories.

School Readiness

Art
Learn to support your child’s creativity and early writing skills through art activities.

Exploring Science
Learn to nurture your child’s curiosity and problem-solving skills through play and outdoor adventures.

Math Readiness
Learn to make math fun by talking about numbers, shapes, and patterns.

Financial Education

Allowances
Learn to use a simple allowance to teach your child about saving and making decisions with money.

Save and Spend
Learn to teach your child about saving and spending through playful activities and simple choices.

Saving for Education
Learn to build your child’s future by starting small and saving for education and career dreams.

Parenting the Preschooler

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Overview

Overview

This site shares simple, research-based tips to help parents and caregivers guide young children as they grow, learn, and get ready for kindergarten.

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Healthy Minds and Bodies

These articles highlight how meeting preschoolers’ basic needs helps them grow, learn, and thrive.

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Relationships

These articles explore how preschoolers learn and grow through relationships with parents, siblings, peers, and other caregivers.