Caregiver and Me Class – January 2025
This 60-minute interval class is held during preschool time. Parents or caregivers can stop by and participate in mindful play with their little one. This also allows the caregiver to interact purposefully and use tools from the classroom.
Scientists are just beginning to understand the brain and how important early development is. The brain develops most quickly—and forms more neuron synapses—during the early years.
Babies have enormous potential, and it is well-established that exposure to a variety of environments helps a person become well-rounded and adaptable.
Sign up for a Caregiver and Me class for ages 0–3 years.
First class is free!
Snowshoeing with All Seasons Adventures
Our most popular winter activity is perfect for skiers and non-skiers alike! Guests return year after year for the beautiful views and the soft sounds of nature.
Take your little one snowshoeing with All Seasons Adventures. Click here for my Facebook video and our family’s snowshoeing experience.
Understanding the Brain 0–5
After running a preschool in my home for the last 5 years, I’ve noticed some amazing facts:
- Zero to three is a critical time. Here is a great website for parents and educators: Zero to Three.
- Children must go through developmental phases—tasting everything, experimenting, tantruming.
- Exposure is important. This means introducing children to various textures, senses, tastes, visuals, sounds, movement, people, animals, etc.
And if your child didn’t get that exposure, they will at Hidden Valley School.
Education and AI
Education is at a pivotal moment—or at least I hope it is. AI is entering the forefront in many fields. Is that so bad? I am exploring this idea.
AI could be helpful for alleviating teacher burnout—especially for those keeping track of 30+ children in elementary school or 120+ students in high school. Progress can be easy to see and personalized, whereas in a traditional classroom with one teacher, lessons are often geared toward higher-performing students who give more feedback, leaving lower students with less attention.
Concerns with AI include privacy and replacement. Real-world experiences can never be replaced—especially in early childhood. However, here is one app for speech delays I will be investigating:
The Future of AI in Early Childhood
Skills Before Screens
If you have an objective and sit down with your child to support them with a game or AI, that’s different. For example, in the case of a speech concern—AI is not replacing speech therapy. But if you are worried about certain sounds your child may be leaving out, have them evaluated by a speech therapist or for free by your school district or Early Intervention programs. Then find out what they need to work on—this app may be helpful:
Free Clothing Printout
This free printable will help keep your child on task when changing clothes. For example, underwear goes on before pants. Talking to a 2-year-old and trying to keep them focused on dressing can be a challenge! Keep this on the dresser or in the room for quick reference—visuals make all the difference.
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