by Begin Learning Team | Aug 11, 2023 | Core Skills
When your child starts preschool, they’ll also start formal reading instruction—perhaps for the first time! This is a fun, exciting moment for many families, and that’s great, because reading is a Core Skill, one of the 5 C’s at the heart of the Begin Approach to...
by Begin Learning Team | Aug 11, 2023 | Critical Thinking
Here’s a riddle: I’m something preschoolers, kindergarteners, and elementary students can do. I help kids develop self-control, working memory, flexible thinking, and other essential skills. I’m also really, really fun and don’t take long. What am I? The answer is...
by Begin Learning Team | Aug 10, 2023 | Core Skills
Writing can feel daunting to young learners—there are so many letters to memorize, sounds to recall, and words to spell! You might be wondering what the best writing games are to help your child learn to write. The Short Cut Learning to write is essential to...
by Begin Learning Team | Aug 10, 2023 | Core Skills
Pop quiz: What’s a better way to get a 3-year-old to learn, pop quizzes or playtime? If you guessed playtime, you’re right! Play-based learning activities for 3-year-olds help them develop the skills they need for school and life by tapping into their natural...
by Begin Learning Team | Aug 10, 2023 | Curiosity
“Why does that happen?” Kids are naturally curious, ready to explore the world and make the unknown known. Science activities for preschoolers are a great way to stoke that Curiosity, one of the 5 C’s at the heart of the Begin Approach to helping kids thrive in school...