January 2026

Preparing Your Child for Preschool and School Success

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For many families, preparing a child for preschool or kindergarten can feel overwhelming. Parents often wonder if their child should already know letters, numbers, or how to write their name. While early academic exposure can be helpful, research and experience consistently show that true school readiness goes far beyond academics. Emotional security, social confidence, and […]

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Social and Emotional Development: What It Is and Why It Matters

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Parents often focus first on academics like letters, numbers, colors but the foundation for all learning actually begins with social and emotional development.  At Big Hearts Little Hands, we know that when children feel secure, connected, and confident, their capacity for learning soars. Social-Emotional Skills Are Foundational According to Zero to Three, emotional development plays

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