Kiddie Academy of Costa Mesa

A feelings chart is a tool to help children identify and express their emotions. 💞 Save this post to use this feelings chart daily with your family.

Start the day by having each member identify how they are feeling in the morning. Throughout the day, family members can change how they are feeling and identify it using the chart as needed. This will help to spark dialogue about feelings and how family members can help or celebrate with one another.

Some benefits of using a feelings chart at home:
- Gives children the opportunity to think about how they feel and learn how to communicate it
- Helps children develop emotional literacy
- Helps children find words for their feelings

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Our proprietary Life Essentials® curriculum includes activities that grow character building skills in your child, as well as many others.

Our friends at dressed up for career day! Children came dressed as rockstars, doctors, zookeepers and many more!

What does your child want to be when they grow up? Comment below ⬇️

At Kiddie Academy, one essential center is the cozy corner. This special area provides children with a safe and comforting space where they can calm down and develop self-regulation skills. It's a warm, inviting spot away from the hustle and bustle of the classroom, designed for times when children feel sad, angry, frustrated, nervous, or tired. The cozy corner offers a place for kids to take a break, helping them to identify and regain control of their emotions.

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The Pre-K classroom at transformed into future city planners as they designed their own city grids. This activity sparked creativity in each child, allowing them to brainstorm and discuss with their classmates the vision for their city.

Our friends at used the power of science to make s’mores this week at CampVentures®. ⛺🏕️

Enroll your child in the CampVentures program at a Kiddie Academy near you for an action-packed summer-themed learning experience. From early preschool through elementary school, every day brings new adventures that are both educational and filled with fun.

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Happy 4th of July from Kiddie Academy! 💙❤️

Swipe ➡️ for a list of books to read with your child to celebrate the spirit of Independence Day!

Dive into adventures with "Fourth of July Mouse," discover the history in "Freedom's Gifts," enjoy the festivities in "My Fourth of July," and experience the excitement in "Red, White, and Boom!"

Thank you to the Bailey family for your kind words about .
Knowing that we are making a positive difference in your children’s lives fills us with joy and gratitude. We extend our heartfelt thanks to all the Kiddie Academy parents for entrusting us with your little one's early education journey!

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Children at Academies around the nation are enjoying the summer weather with some outdoor playtime!

At Kiddie Academy®, we believe that learning occurs in and out of the classroom. Whether it's building forts from fallen branches, playing on the playground, or observing wildlife in its natural habitat, outdoor play provides children with a hands-on learning environment that ignites their imagination and sets the stage for academic success in years to come.

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That’s why at Kiddie Academy we have a proprietary Life Essentials® curriculum that nurtures, educates, inspires and prepares children for life.

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Enjoy this reading list that teaches your child about the significance of Juneteenth.

On this day, we celebrate and remember when African Americans were finally granted their freedom on June 19th, 1865.

Happy Father’s Day to all the dads!

We hope these silly jokes put a smile on your face. 😄

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When it comes to instilling a love for our planet in children, literacy plays an important role.

Introducing young minds to engaging books about nature, animals, and conservation sparks their curiosity about the environment and empowers them to become responsible stewards of our Earth.🌱

A recent creative event organized by .gaithersburg is an excellent example of this. It beautifully demonstrated how to nurture both a love of reading and a respect for the world around us in future generations.

Read more about Kiddie Academy® of Gaithersburg’s earth-themed literacy event! https://bit.ly/4b5LVbI

The students at had an absolute blast creating their paper plate planets! 🌍🚀 Creativity was in full swing as each child chose their own vibrant color palettes!

With National Get Outdoors Day coming up on June 8, and the first day of summer just a few short weeks away, it’s an ideal time to start getting outside with your little ones. ☀️🌻

Read our new blog that uncovers the educational benefits of outdoor play! https://kiddieacademy.com/blog/parenting-resources/uncovering-the-educational-benefits-of-outdoor-play/

At Kiddie Academy® Educational Child Care we believe in the power of play.

Our proprietary Life Essentials® curriculum represents a core belief that children learn through play. The focus on play is intentional, allowing children to explore, create and experience developmentally appropriate activities throughout the day. This approach allows our educators to serve as facilitators within the classroom environment to become engaged with children’s learning processes.

To learn more about our Life Essentials® curriculum visit our website to find your local Academy and schedule a tour.

Preschoolers from Kiddie Academy of Middletown, DE received five stars on Yelp for their excellent customer service in this week’s pizza shop dramatic play. 🍕

The dramatic play center is an active area where children begin to explore many of the adult roles they observe in the community, at school, and at home. This learning center promotes self-expression, imagination, and creativity.

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The four-year-olds are working on primary colors! They had so much fun mixing them together to see what color it would make!

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Time to whip up something fun and tasty in the kitchen with the little ones! Our latest recipe is the perfect family bonding activity.

Check out the full recipe on our blog! https://kiddieacademy.com/blog/family-activities/healthy-snack-idea-banana-sushi-rolls/

Spring is blooming as their 2-year-old class creates beautiful 3-D flowers out of tissue paper.
This activity encourages persistence and fine motor skills, while focusing on the process over the final product.

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“In a world where you can be anything, be kind.”

This , Kiddie Academy is proud to honor those who have served and continue to serve our country, including the many military families in the Kiddie Academy community. Thank you for your service and sacrifice. ❤️

Children learn best through play! Learning can occur during all aspects of your child’s daily routines. Activities can be implemented while getting your child dressed for the day, during outdoor playtime, or even in the bathtub! Your child can learn valuable skills by looking out the window and checking the weather (physical science), building with blocks (thinking and reasoning) as well as helping prep dinner (following directions). Keep it simple and fun! Check out Kiddie Academy's Life Essentials At-Home curriculum! https://bit.ly/2T4SsOV

This month in Character Essentials, we’re showing appreciation for the gifts we have in our lives.

Learn more about how Kiddie Academy uses character education to derive learning from every interaction: http://bit.ly/2kO8yyt

Happy first day of Fall! How are you celebrating?

Keeping a routine is important. This will help children feel secure as they continue to face their new normal. Create a schedule that provides educational activities and exploratory play. Be sure to balance the schedule by alternating quiet vs active activities. As much as possible, try to adhere to the same routine daily. Allow for open ended play-which promotes cognitive, social, emotional and physical development. Child directed play also inspires self-confidence and increases self-esteem. Don’t forget to add in snack and rest times! For activities to include in your schedule, check out Kiddie Academy's Life Essentials At-Home curriculum! https://bit.ly/2T4SsOV