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Did you know there are over 314,667 people working in childcare in the United States? With so many people in the space, it’s important to develop skills that help you stand out from the crowd and excel in the classroom. At LifeCubby, our team knows firsthand what it takes to be a successful early childhood…

Do you remember your favorite toy as a toddler? The answer is likely no; however, that doesn’t mean it and the other toys you were exposed to and played with on a regular basis didn’t have a tremendous impact on your overall development. The importance of toys in child development can’t be understated. After all,…

Few methods of play are as important for toddler development as sensory play. When a kid is involved in a sensory-stimulating activity, they’re developing a number of important skills including math, independent thinking, gross-motor, and self-control. But, coming up with the best sensory play ideas can be difficult. Plus, many sensory ideas for toddlers can…

Preparing your center for the next calendar year ahead can be time-consuming — and when you’re trying to balance planning with other center duties, days can quickly slip away. Then, before you know it, it’s already 2022! Our team at LifeCubby helps early childhood educators save hours each week on overwhelming and tedious tasks to…

Having a daily schedule in place for your preschool classroom isn’t just good practice — it’s also important for your students’ development. But how do you keep your little ones engaged while also ensuring they’re getting everything they need out of the day (both mentally and physically)? At LifeCubby, we know a thing or two…

Employee burnout in early childhood educators is a real problem; it lowers productivity, leads to poor morale and ultimately staff turnover. It can also spill over to problems in the classroom if not properly addressed. Therefore stress management for early childhood educators is crucial. Center owners have dealt with burnout in early childhood educators for…