Social-emotional learning (SEL) helps young children build empathy, self-awareness and resilience – skills that are just as important as ABCs and 123s. In our preschool program, we embed SEL into everyday activities so children learn to recognize emotions, resolve conflicts and practice kindness. Teachers model respectful communication, guide children through sharing and turn-taking, and provide […]
Before children can read on their own, they build literacy skills through singing, talking, and playing with language. Experts note that many children start kindergarten without the literacy skills they need. Reading aloud, naming objects, and singing songs stimulate brain development and expand vocabulary. At A Village Learning Center preschool, we weave literacy into everything […]
Science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) aren’t just for older kids. Introducing STEM concepts in preschool taps into children’s natural curiosity and builds problem-solving skills. At A Village Learning Center, we explore STEM through hands-on activities like counting snacks, building towers, exploring nature and simple coding games. Research shows early exposure to STEM sparks creativity, […]
Friendships start with play in preschool settings. When children pass a ball back and forth or engage in pretend games at preschool, they’re practicing cooperation, communication and empathy. At A Village Learning Center, we see how play builds peer relationships every day: infants cooing with caregivers, toddlers sharing toys, and preschoolers taking turns in dramatic […]
Play-based learning is at the heart of early childhood development in preschool settings. At A Village Learning Center, our microschool preschool alternative, we know that play isn’t just fun – it’s how children learn. When kids build with blocks, act out stories, or run around outside, they’re developing cognitive, language, literacy, social, emotional and physical […]
Hop Into Spring with Our Easter Egg Hunt! Springtime is here, and we’re ready to celebrate with an event the whole family will love! 🐰🌸 Join us for an Easter Egg Hunt & Easter Bunny Pictures on April 13, 2025, from 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM at 4346 Secor Rd., Toledo, Ohio 43623. This egg-citing […]
As parents, we all want our children to succeed in school, but sometimes they struggle in ways that aren’t always obvious at first. If your child is facing academic challenges, identifying the signs early can make a big difference. Here are three key indicators that your child may need additional support: 1. They Hate Doing […]
Get ready for a summer full of fun, learning, and growth at A Village Learning Center! We’re thrilled to announce our Kindergarten Prep & K-3 Review Summer Camp, starting June 30. This exciting program is designed to give young learners the tools and confidence they need to succeed in the upcoming school year. Why Choose […]
At A Village Learning Center, we strongly believe in the transformative power of play. As Fred Rogers so beautifully said, “Play is often talked about as if it were a relief from serious learning. But for children, play is serious learning. Play is really the work of childhood.” This perspective is at the heart of […]
