Category Archives: ACA Blog

Before a child learns to read, they should have a good foundation of basic vocabulary, including the knowledge of what the words mean. It may sound like an intimidating task to teach your child all sorts of words, but there are plenty of easy, fun ways that you can build your youngster’s vocabulary and introduce […]

It’s the goal of every parent to find the right educational program for their children. Early learning experiences have a huge impact on a child’s development and their future learning endeavors—and because parents know this, they gravitate toward the Montessori philosophy and practice. Montessori has thrived around the globe for over a century. With this […]

Every year, about 4 million children attend kindergarten across the United States. The curriculum that’s taught in a kindergarten classroom will depend on whether the children in that classroom are headed to a private or public school. The curriculum also depends on the region; some parts of the country place more emphasis on reading and […]

When it comes time to choose a type of childcare for your little one, many parents find themselves deciding between daycare or preschool. This decision can come with a bit of confusion because many people use the two terms interchangeably, noting no differences between the concepts at all. The truth of the matter is that […]

Many people see “learning” and “playing” as two separate things for children—but the truth of the matter is that they’re one and the same. Children do some of their most important learning while they play and experience enriched playtime. Through enriched play, children learn the concepts of cause and effect, how to solve problems, the […]

In a Montessori classroom, it’s important for infants to have the freedom to explore, learn, and discover at their own pace. Ideally, the setting should be comfortable and calm—almost acting as a second home for the child, being that it’s a place where they will spend a good amount of time each day. This article […]

Reading is a key part of life from the very first moment. It has huge impacts on a child’s development in many different ways, and the act of reading is a staple for childhoods around the world. Creating curious readers out of your children is a great way to introduce the world around them through […]

As an adult, reading comes as second nature. That’s why it’s so hard for many adults to believe that reading is not exactly a “natural” process—meaning that it doesn’t happen on its own as your child grows. Learning to read isn’t simple; it’s actually a very complex process that involves teaching various skills like phonics […]

Choosing a school today is more complicated than it ever has been before. These days, making sure your children attend the right school is a much more complex and sometimes stressful experience. There are so many options out there to choose from, and it’s hard to weed the schools that will work for your child […]

A child’s readiness for school is a combination of many skills that fall under many different domains of learning—including physical, academic, and social/emotional skills. Many of these skills occur naturally, but there are ways to help their development along. If your child is ready to conquer these milestones, there are certain things that you can […]