by Begin Learning Team | Aug 7, 2023 | Core Skills
Math is one of the most important Core Skills, one of the 5 C’s at the heart of the Begin Approach to helping kids thrive in school and life. Math skills at kindergarten entry are the best predictor of later success in school, but not every kid enjoys the traditional...
by Begin Learning Team | Aug 4, 2023 | Character
Teaching social skills to kids is one of the most complex, confusing, yet rewarding aspects of parenthood. It’s no secret that preschoolers and kindergarteners are naturally egocentric—even when playing or interacting with others, many children have difficulty...
by Begin Learning Team | Jul 26, 2023 | Curiosity
Ooey, gooey, sticky, squishy, smooth, fun stuff! Whether you’re mixing up colorful bags of shaving cream, playing a sensory treasure hunt game, or bulldozing beans and flour, sensory activities for toddlers are a great way to introduce kids to the wonderful world of...
by Begin Learning Team | Jul 25, 2023 | Core Skills
From scribbled stories to made-up words, a child’s first steps in writing are exciting! But it takes time to become a proficient speller. Your child will progress through five stages of spelling development, from being precommunicative through emergent “invented”...
by Begin Learning Team | Jul 25, 2023 | Core Skills
Kindergarten reading is an exciting beginning to your child’s lifelong relationship with literature and language. Begin is here with the complete guide of what to expect, how to help, and how to have fun during this new chapter! The Short Cut Learning to read is a...