Parents and Children

New Year Cheer: Simple Ways Families Can Celebrate Together

New Year: New Start of Traditions As the New Year approaches, this is a perfect time to pause, reflect, and welcome a new start. This is a change for families everywhere to begin reflecting on the past twelve months and imagining what the next year might hold. At Summit Preparatory Academy, we believe this season is […]

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At-Home Play That Helps Toddlers Bloom

Supporting Toddler Development at Home with  Simple Activities That Make a Big Difference   The toddler years are an exciting time filled with rapid growth, endless curiosity, and the first big steps toward independence. While every child develops at their own pace, parents play a vital role in supporting their toddler’s learning long before preschool

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Spooktacular Style: Adorable and Safe Costumes for Little Ones

Halloween is a magical time for toddlers—full of imagination, dress-up fun, and sweet memories.  At Summit Preparatory Academy, we love seeing our little learners light up in their costumes, whether they’re roaring like lions or twirling ballerinas. The best costume ideas come from kids’ imaginations. Costumes do not have to be over the top, expensive,

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Pearly Whites and First Cleanings

 The First Visit to the Dentist As your little one’s first teeth come through, you might wonder when the first trip to the dentist is coming. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, and American Academy of Pediatrics all agree: a child’s first dental visit should happen by age 1, or within six months

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A Barrel of Fun in the Sun: Preschool Summer Bucket Lists

15 Engaging & Educational Summer Bucket List Ideas for Preschoolers Sunshine, swimming pools, and sweet and sticky watermelon—all hallmarks of summertime festivities! Summer is coming and with it, a slew of opportunities to bond with your preschooler (and keep everyone entertained on these longer days). Whether your little one is home for the summer or

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