KIDSPACE educates the children of our community with a curriculum inspired by the interests and needs of the children. Owners and operators Sharon Lascheck and Kathy Stanley are longtime educators with a shared mission to teach and care for children. Whether in the classroom or in our 2,500-square-foot gymnasium, students at KIDSPACE Child Enrichment Center …
Kidspace treasures our little ones. We provide a supportive classroom environment. And we love their enthusiasm for learning and the wonderful way their eyes — and their minds — open wide when they have “a-ha” moments along the way in their learning journey. Our core beliefs, embedded within both our overarching philosophy of education and …
Learning healthy social skills and understanding basic human interaction are absolutely critical for a child to grow into a well-adapted adult. Learning these skills starts early. Your child’s development relies heavily on these early years through daycare in Vancouver to lay the framework for a happy, well-adjusted and thriving child. >The older you are, the …
Imaginative play is considered a normal part of every childhood. Virtually all children enjoy dressing up as firefighters or doctors, running a restaurant, or saving the village from the ferocious dragon – the possibilities are limitless. However, while most adults view pretend play as a fun diversion, it actually possesses enormous educational value. In clinical terms, …
Washington is known to get more that a little rain, so what is there to do with children when they can’t play outside? Vancouver day care facilities have plenty of clever ideas and creative projects to keep young minds busy when the weather is foul. Vancouver day care: Rainy day activities Holiday art projects Rainy days are …
Since the time of the Ancient Greeks, there have been long-standing beliefs that physical activity is related to intellectual ability and functioning. Researchers have been looking at the effects of exercise on cognitive functioning since the 1950’s. A historical overview done in 1986 by Kirkendall (1986) evidenced a decline in the 70’s and 80’s of …
Reading with your children is a great way to develop their love of books, language and learning. It’s fun for them and for you. Perhaps you already read with your preschool kids. Don’t stop there! Even after children learn to read, many still enjoy sharing a good story with a parent or sibling. At Kidspace, …
Are your kids eating enough vegetables? Some kids love veggies. Others, not so much. How can you cultivate your child’s love of leafy greens and other fresh produce? Growing a garden together is a great way to start. …
Are you planning to eat healthier in 2016? It’s common for adults to make diet New Year’s resolutions. Kids can also set goals to eat better. The American Academy of Pediatrics has compiled a list of healthy resolutions appropriate for children. …
Sharing is a vital part of relating to other human beings. By cultivating openness in our interactions with others, we create harmony and support within communities large and small. However, young children often have a hard time learning to share. As with any new skill, practice builds confidence, and even enjoyment. The following are tried-and-true …
Finding the right pair of shoes for your child can be a challenge. Kids develop their own preferences early on, so what your little one wants to wear may not be seasonally appropriate, or even her correct size. To find shoes your child will like and feel comfortable wearing, you’ll need to get the right …
It’s bedtime. Or that time just after dinner when you and your child snuggle up on the couch and pick out a book to read. Or that time when you sit in the doctor’s office waiting room while you wait for the nurse to call your name. Anytime can be reading time, especially when you …
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