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When’s the BEST Time to Read?

With a new school year right around the corner, it’s a great time for your family to establish some new–and tried and true–reading routines! We know that reading aloud every day with children is crucial in building those little minds. But I do understand how it can become monotonous or… sometimes….skipped:/ Reading needs to be exciting and […]

Find the Best Back-to-School Routine for Your Child

For both parents and children alike, having a series of patterns or routines performed daily can feel grounding and comforting—particularly as you’re preparing for your child to return to school.  Having a routine for your child is not only helpful in getting them out the door at the right time every morning, but it also […]

3 Ways to Help Your Military Child Transition to a New School

Another school year is about to begin. If you’re a military family in Onslow County transitioning to a new school, you’re not alone. Moving to a new school can spark anxiety, overwhelm, and nerves for many children and families.  Most military families move every 2 to 3 years—and many move even more frequently. Whether you’re […]

COVID-19: Tips for Caregivers Returning to the Classroom

With increasing concern about new variants of the coronavirus, many early childhood educators face pandemic protocols and worries about returning to the classroom this fall. To help you support children and take care of yourself, we’re sharing a few resources.  Help Young Children Understand the Crisis  Young children are particularly vulnerable to the effects of […]

Help Your Preschooler Transition to the Classroom

The dog days of summer are here and with the beginning of August, many parents and educators in Onslow County are preparing for a return to the classroom and child care in the fall — and this new reality comes with its own set of worries and challenges.  At One Place, we’re excited about the opportunity […]