We say it all of the time… we are more than a daycare! Our Accredited Childcare Schools serve infants, toddlers, twos, preschoolers, prek, and school age students, with every class …
This month kicks off our “That’s Me!” inquiry. One of the ways we are exploring our amazing selves is by exploring our Five Senses. Here are some questions we’re going to …
The other night, I’m giving my almost-two-year-old a bath, and he is playing with bath paints (thank-you, #targetdollarbin). Instead of smearing the paint on the sides of the tub or …
In a parenting environment of ever-easy access to a plethora of advice, blogs, articles, and pseudo-science, the escalating pressure to provide even very young children with academic experiences can be …
Every decision we make as parents can feel monumental… and our access to wide (and sometimes contradicting) information is ready and overwhelming! With a culture that increasingly values Early Education …
What are tesselations? Tessellations are repeating patterns. Tessellating patterns have no gaps or holes in the pattern and do not overlap. Tessellations can go on infinitely on a plane (flat …
We’ve been busy prepping for our exciting iSTEAM Make It Create It Spring Break! Our schoolers are going to receive a Mystery Box which will contain some wild and wacky …
Have you ever toured a childcare facility or met with a potential caregiver for your child and wondered: what questions should I be asking? How do you really know, and …
Did you know that all Creative World Schools must seek accreditation within a year of opening? Being accredited as an early learning school means that we achieve the highest standards …
Early Educators talk a lot about “Learning through Play.” At Creative World School, we are passionate about nurturing the playfulness in young children… and capitalizing on the teachable moments that …
The Gamification of Learning has been a very popular trend in the last couple of years. From books by psychologists and business leaders who tout games as a viable method …
Whether it’s using scissors, finger painting, or drawing in sand, fine motor development is usually a natural part of the early childhood experience. The benefit of fine motor development extends …
Have you ever watched your child’s eyes light up with excitement when you peek-a-boo around a corner or jump out from another room? What about seeing your young child …
We love supporting children from their earliest days of reading. Our schools are print-rich environments where teachers understand how to cultivate a love of literature for each age child. We …
Did you know that children can begin to learn empathy at a very young age? Even infants are able to sense and care about other people: “Empathy is important to moral …
Juan Salgado, President and CEO of the Instituto del Progreso Latino in Chicago, IL, was just named one of this year’s recipient’s for the MacArthur Genius Grant. His Instituto has pioneered …
We all know that Early Education promotes independent learning as a path to success in life. Children thrive when their environment accommodates their natural curiosity and their learning is faciliated …
Did you know that every month at Creative World Schools we feature a notable and inspiring children’s author in our Exploratorium? Focusing on an Author of the Month provides a …
We had a blast investigating all kinds of things that Go Go Go this month! Check out some of our amazing investigations… [youtube https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=u63kfCZpEyc&w=560&h=315]
Harvard University’s Center on the Developing Child specializes in research from the ages of 0-3. One of their key areas of studies is Serve and Return interactions. When a child cries …
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German children receive a Schultüte, or a Back to School Cone full of treats! We love this tradition and using a simple gift to make the First Day of School extra special. …
Going to full or even half day Preschool can be a big leap for 3 and 4 year olds! The experts at Creative World School have some ideas for how …
There’s nothing like the creativity, ingenuity, and wackiness of a young child. We love the idea of exploring new ways to see the world… viewing what is familiar with fresh …
Many of us remember Pete Kaser, the Preschool teacher in Ohio who took all of his student’s toys away. Now, this would typically be a bad move and result in …
We are so excited to introduce our new VP of Franchise Services, Dave Brooke. Dave comes to us with extensive leadership experience in early education and franchise support. Most recently …
At Creative World School, we place a high value on empowering new leaders! This past week we had a great time in Tampa, Florida training new Directors and Owners for …
We marvel every day at the ingenuity and problem-solving skills of our young students. As we nurture their innate curiosity, we are often blown away by the rapid and immense …
“When I examine myself and my methods of thought, I come close to the conclusion that the gift of fantasy has meant more to me than my talent for absorbing …
When looking for the best childcare facility or school for your young child, you have many options, including in-home daycare, nannies, or licensed schools. Here’s some info from one of …
Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (aka STEM) are highlighted throughout the world of education right now. Studies have shown that learning in these domains are the foundation for long-term learning …
From East to West, and throughout human history, the care of young children has been vital to social success and advancement. Early education specialists are fascinated to delve into past …
We are so excited to have gotten the chance to hear from acclaimed children’s author, Barney Saltzberg, on the creative process behind his latest book, A Little Bit of Oomph CW: …
We love kicking off the summer with some wet and wild water inquiry! Our Preschool Readiness Students, LaunchPad, blasted off into H20 Extreme while our Kindergarten Readiness Students, JumpStart, bounced …
This Father’s Day, we are so grateful for all of the dads, grandads, uncles, brothers, (single moms!), and men who are our fathers! Thanks for working so hard to make …
This weekend we celebrate dads, grandads, stepdads, and every other kind of dad in your life! As you consider what to buy, remember that timeless gifts are handmade and full …
One of our great privileges as a company is to grow our family through franchises and internal growth! This year in addition to several new franchises in Florida, we are …
What is “Ology?” It’s the study of…anything and everything! This week we go on a quest to discover all things amazing: zoology, biology, geology, volcanology…This is going to be “o-lot-o-fun”! …
Venture with us to the ocean as we explore marine life and the mysteries of the deep! What does it take to be a marine biologist or deep-sea diver? What …
We know that your child is excited for Summer… it will be here before you know it! As we look ahead to graduations in May, we are gearing up for …
Rainbow Day was full of colorful adventures at Creative World Schools! We let our inquiry STEAM ahead as we explored Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math somewhere special… over the …
At Creative World Schools, every day is a celebration of children! We especially enjoyed celebrating all of our young learners this past week as the nation recognized the importance of …
At Creative World Schools, we are having a blast celebrating Week of the Young Child this week! This year, we are featuring iSTEAM learning for Week of the Young Child. …
The Early Education Community is buzzing about STEAM learning! At Creative World School, we’ve been enjoying STEAM for years. STEAM learning originated as STEM: Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics. Art …
Are you looking for new educational apps your kids would love? Check out these CW picks:
Check out these awesome animals! The blue whale can produce the loudest sound of any animal. At 188 decibels, the noise can be detected over 800 kilometers away. Horses and …
This month, our focus takes us on an animal adventure! Each classroom has their own learning journey focused around their group interests. Their questions serve as a guide to investigate …
Check out some of these books for your child to read while they are exploring the sky this month: What books would you add to our list? January Book List
This month, our focus flies us away into the sky! Each classroom has their own learning journey focused around their group interests. Their questions serve as a guide to investigate …
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