A Closer Look at an Infant’s Daycare Routine
Being a parent to an infant can be difficult. With responsibilities like feeding them, putting them to bed, and giving them attention, you may have a hard time managing your time and energy. That’s why it’s important for a parent to establish a daily daycare routine for infants. In this routine, your child gets to […]
Your Guide to Picking the Preschool for Kids
Choosing the right preschool is a crucial step in your child’s early development. With so many options available, it can feel overwhelming. But by considering what matters most to you and your child, you can make an informed decision. In this blog, we’ll help you find a preschool that meets your family’s needs and sets […]
Engage Young Children with Musical Instruments
If your child can bang on a pot with a wooden spoon, they are a musician. There are several benefits to letting your child drum (rattle, shake, clap, or bang) to their own beat. Firstly, music helps the body and mind work together. Secondly, music stimulates thinking and expressive skills and enhances creativity. Lastly, music […]
Discover the 3 Essential Benefits of Daycare
Many parents struggle with feelings of guilt related to being unable to care for their child literally 24/7. But we’re here to tell you, don’t sweat it! Daycare is good for your child, and you’re making the right call. Here are 3 benefits of daycare for infants and toddlers. Kids who are put in daycare […]
Fun Fall Crafts: Autumn Activities for Kids
At Rayito de Sol, each day is filled with engaging, stimulating projects and crafts for children. Our school emphasizes communication, problem-solving and creative thinking skills. Our unique STEAM curriculum utilizes science, technology, ARTS and math to nurture intelligent and thoughtful young humans. As the weather turns colder and playing outside is less of an option for kids, […]
Better Teens Start from Birth
How Quickly Do Kids Learn Spanish?
How quickly will my child learn Spanish?? This is a big question for parents. The truth is: “A lot sooner than you think,” says Luisa Fuentes, founder of Rayito de Sol schools, “Research shows the earlier children can learn a language, the better for many reasons.” Parents often voice concerns that learning a second language […]
Learning Second Language is Good for kids Mind
Article from the Cornell University Chronicle by Susan S. Lang Teaching young children how to speak a second language is good for their minds, report two Cornell linguistic researchers. Learning a second language does not cause language confusion, language delay or cognitive deficit, which have been concerns in the past. In fact, according to studies […]
Cognitive Benefits of Being Bilingual
Article by: Viorica Marian, PhD, Anthony Shook (Dana.com) Today, more of the world’s population is bilingual or multilingual than monolingual. In addition to facilitating cross-cultural communication, this trend also positively affects cognitive abilities. Researchers have shown that the bilingual brain can have better attention and task-switching capacities than the monolingual brain, thanks to its developed […]
A Valuable Life Skill for Your Child
“One language sets you in a corridor for life. Two languages open every door along the way.” – Frank Smith Spanish is not just a language, it is a life skill. As you research the right place to begin your child’s education, here are 5 facts to keep Spanish Immersion at the top of your […]