Laughter is an easily learned and reinforced developmental skill. Often when we think about children, we have a vision of fun, play and laughter. Play is learning for children and laughter is a big part of play. Laughter and humor are directly connected to a child’s...
On August 20th, 6:30 - 8:30, we will be hosting our second "Summer Brain Building Series" here at CCR in Neptune. We are encouraging parents to come with their babies and older siblings for a night of information and fun! The topic of the night...
So many things impact how your child will develop. The most important is the family, but your community and culture also play a part. Your family is considered to be the strongest relationship your child can have when they begin early learning. Support and nurture...
Serve and return interactions shape brain architecture. When an infant or young child babbles, gestures, or cries, and an adult responds appropriately with eye contact, words, or a hug, neural connections are built and strengthened in the child’s brain that supports the development of communication and social...
Learning can happen at any time, anywhere! Laundromats are becoming a new place of learning for young children. Skills like counting, sorting, and matching colors are taught in a fun way that shows how simple tasks can teach so much more. According to Patti Miller, CEO of...
On August 14th, 6:30 - 8:30, we will be hosting the first "Summer Brain Building Series" here at CCR in Neptune. We are encouraging parents to come with their babies and older siblings for a night of information and fun! The topic of the night...
The United Way of Monmouth and Ocean County and CCR developed a new way to connect so you can parent your kids with the support of family and your community. This partnership connects you with other families in your area. Everyone is involved to educate...
Scientists and parents know that young children’s brain development is critically important—and researchers learn more every day. Children experience their most profound cognitive, social, and emotional growth in the first eight years of life. By the time children reach their third birthday, their brains are 80...
Early experiences affect the development of brain architecture, which provides the foundation for all future learning, behavior, and health. Just as a weak foundation compromises the quality and strength of a house, adverse experiences early in life can impair brain architecture, with negative effects lasting into...
The way children are treated by caregiving adults shapes their development in important ways, so it is crucial to find a childcare professional who both understands and nurtures children’s learning through the everyday moments they share. For example, does the caregiver talk to your baby...
Is loving and responsive One who hugs, rocks, cuddles, seeks eye contact and enjoys the child…who responds to the baby’s smiles and emerging skills and interests…who finds ways to expand upon children’s play to help them learn new skills…who is sociable and interested in children. One...
When the weekend comes, parents need time to relax, catch up with a friend, work around the house, or simply talk to their partner. They may also need one-to-one time with another child and siblings should learn to respect that. So, how can you encourage your child...
Child Care Resources recognizes the positive impact of parent partnerships. Our Parenting Village is designed to be an integrated approach that provides on-going opportunities for parents to engage with their children, connect with other parents, and gain insight on parenting and their child’s development. This kind...
Do you struggle to find a balance between spending time with your children versus focusing on your own activities? During the summer or on weekends, guilt may build if you feel you can’t spend as much one-to-one time with your children as you would like...
While parents are away at work, their little ones are learning some very useful things: Give and Take. Being in a group setting leaves no other choice but to share. Caregivers often introduce the concept of taking turns by giving a child a few minutes to play...
