You Ask, The Village Answers!
The Village answers questions from parents and caregivers every day about kids, education, safety, and how things work in our centers.
These answers are a combination of research by experts and our in-classroom experience.
How Does The Village Encourage Healthy Habits during Cold and Flu Season?
Ah, winter. Time for cozy sweaters, hot cocoa... and unfortunately, the dreaded cold and flu season. But don't worry,...
What are the benefits of a holiday program for young children?
The holidays are a time for family, fun, and creating magical memories. For young children, this time of year is...
How Can I Teach My Children Gratitude This November – and Beyond?
November is the perfect time to focus on gratitude, and it's never too early to start teaching children about...
How can I help my child manage worries about trying new things?
Anything new or outside normal routines can make children anxious, maybe even afraid. They are no different than...
How can we encourage reading at home?
Creating a Literacy-Rich Home: Simple ways to foster a love of reading from an early age As early childhood educators,...
How can I help my child – and myself – ease first day of school jitters?
Easing First-Day Jitters: Tips from The Village The first day of daycare or preschool can be a mix of excitement and...
What is the Shoe and Purse Bash?
Get Ready to Step Out in Style at the 18th Annual Shoe & Purse Bash Supporting The Village! Ladies, it's time to...
What is the difference between The Village and The Rutledge Institute? Early Childhood Education in California, PA
If you're a parent in California, PA, you've likely heard of The Village and the Rutledge Institute. Both...
What should I be doing to discourage or redirect my child’s challenging behaviors that seem to be getting worse?
FLIP IT!® Help your child become emotionally stronger by working through a process to reinforce their skillset for...
I need childcare near California, PA, why are The Village and Rutledge Institute top picks for busy parents?
As a parent juggling coursework, work, and family life at Penn West University (formerly California University of...
Does my child need to attend all-day, every-day, to benefit from the programs at The Village?
Children learn and retain lessons when they hear information repeatedly and experience the satisfaction of knowing how...
If my child is playing sports and exploring the woods and hiking with us, what do I need to know?
First, you need to know that sunscreen is not optional. Sunlight damages skin, regardless of a person’s age, skin...
How does The Village and The Rutledge Institute incorporate meaningful educational technology?
Meet the IgniteTable by Hatch! Through collaboration between The Rutledge Institute and a PennWest University...
Should my child be participating in a summer program or should they take a break to relax and just hang out?
During the school year, my son is very busy with homework, sports, and after-school activities. Should he be...
Why is The Village teaching golf to preschoolers?
Our commitment to Birdie Basics will not make golfers out of all of our students. While some of them may choose golf...
What do the children learn at their summer lemonade stand?
Of course, we want them to have fun, but there’s more. Keeping in mind that the children in our summer group have just...
When our child brings artwork home from The Village, I wish I was “artsy enough” to do projects with them. What can we try at home with limited resources?
Making art at home is not about the art; it’s about spending fun time with your child to encourage their creativity. ...
The Village is so involved in the community! How do you get so many other organizations involved in your program?
The idea of community engagement is not new. In 2011 the National Institute of Health (NIH) published their report,...
Should I sign my child up for after-school swimming lessons? Is he/she too young?
We call them swimming lessons, but the real purpose is to teach the children about water safety and to equip them with...
Is singing an important part of a childcare model or is it just fun?
A recent article by Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer in the NAEYC newsletter provides “10 Ways Babies Learn When We Sing to...
Why is art so important for young children?
Art education offers a treasure trove of benefits for young children, such as 🎨 Creativity and imagination: Art...
Why do we remove our shoes in the infant room?
Why are there no shoes in the infant room? Hygiene and Health Minimizes germs and bacteria: Shoes track in dirt, dust,...
How can we reduce nervousness and anxiety around Doctor’s visits?
With just a little bit of planning your visit, you can keep both your child (and you) occupied and you can create a...
Are all licensed daycares basically the same? What Do Children Learn in a High-Quality Preschool Program
No, early childhood education is not daycare! “Education” of children from birth to 6 is like adding a turbocharger to...