Legacy Academy

THE GREAT OUTDOORS

What is it that reminds of your youth and the great outdoors? I can imagine it was outdoor games such as tag, chase, and hide and seek. Perhaps you

Fingerplays

Fingerplays are simple, rhythmic activities that children enjoy. Try the following with your child: The Little Turtle There was a little

When They Play, They Learn!

What do children learn in the process of play? When Children... They Learn... Smile and coo at people How to

Parachute Play

Parachute games not only are fun; they also strengthen upper-body muscles, promote teamwork, and are noncompetitive. Don’t worry, you needn’t purchase

Make a Terrarium

Make a Terrarium A terrarium is a miniature world for plants. It is also called an ecosystem. The cool thing about an ecosystem is children can

Brain Power

At birth the human brain is in an amazingly unfinished state. The hardware is present but the connections are yet to be made. The child’s experiences,

The ABC’s of Parenting

The ABC's of Parenting Accept and value yourself and your child. Be consistent, honest, fair, and firm as you relate to your

Be More Specific Than “That’s Terrific!”

Encouragement can be an effective teaching tool and the more specific the better. We often say, “That’s terrific!” as an automatic response to our

Big Jobs at Home

Big Jobs at Home Our children love to help out, but many times we don’t let them. Why? Because we think it’s easier—and faster—to do everyday jobs

Number Fun

Let’s Explore Number Fun 1 ~ 2 Years ~ Young toddlers love to hear the familiar words that represent numbers. They will use these words to count,

NAEYC: How to Support Approaches to Learning? Play with Them!

As a parent, you want your children to learn all that they can—to grasp math concepts, to be curious about exploring the world, and to learn to read

NAEYC: Help Your Child Become a Great Problem Solver

Preschoolers who can solve their own problems feel confident and enjoy learning. They are willing to make mistakes and learn from them and keep trying