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The ultimate blog for child development activities and parent tips for kids in California's Bay Area including toddlers, preschool and pre-kindergarten. From developing motor skills to literacy and math, the Kids Konnect Child Development blog will provide you with regular tips to make the most out of the precious early years.
2023-12-19 11:49
If you're embarking on the daunting journey to find the perfect preschool for your little one you've come to the right place. Choosing a preschool can feel like navigating a maze, but… Read More
2023-12-07 13:41
We asked our families for their favorite activities for preschoolers in winter in the Bay Area, and the responses could not have been more wholesome! Turns out you don’t need to… Read More
2023-11-07 14:21
Updated for 2023 Read More
2023-10-11 09:47
At Kids Konnect, we value our parent's voices and opinions. As the saying goes: "It takes a village to raise a child", and the Kids Konnect community always supports families and share… Read More
2023-09-21 13:58
At Kids Konnect, we are passionate about making childcare as affordable and accessible as possible. That’s why we’re excited to talk about the Community Child Care Council… Read More
2023-06-15 20:54
Pride Month is upon us again and at Kids Konnect we love the extra encouragement to explore themes of tolerance, acceptance, love and diversity in our classrooms. Read More
2023-04-25 01:00
Now the Bay Area is feeling the impact of Spring, our nights are staying brighter for longer. Read More
2023-03-29 00:00
Everyone knows that exercise and movement are good for our health. But for our little ones, it is crucial to their growth and development. In fact, the Department of Health and Human S… Read More
2023-03-23 01:00
Today, March 22, is the start of Ramadan in 2023. The festival will end April 21 with Eid. Read More
2023-01-06 15:22
Congratulations! If you’re looking at this blog post into funded childcare resources in the Bay Area, you’ve likely become a new parent. So a big congratulations from Kids… Read More
2022-12-14 15:09
Over the holiday season, most preschools will close for around a week. Kids Konnect preschools finish early on Friday 23rd December and remain closed until Monday, January 2nd, 2023! V… Read More
2022-11-23 18:00
Last year, Kids Konnect demystified Thanksgiving and provided advice on how you could teach your little one about Indian American perspectives during the holiday. Read More
2022-11-17 17:07
From Monday November 21, Kids Konnect is opening the doors of it's new preschool in San Mateo, San Mateo – Downtown. We will be opening our doors on Monday December 5 – the… Read More
2022-10-31 09:20
If your child has turned five or is turning five before the end of December this year and you live in the Bay Area, you are probably weighing up the early education options for your ch… Read More
2022-10-13 09:06
Are you struggling to find a preschool in the Bay Area for your little one? Are you confused by terms like Montessori or circle time? Do you want to know what meals are served at lunch… Read More
2022-09-16 01:00
At Kids Konnect, we believe that learning should be fun! But we also know that it helps to have some educational activities at the ready for rainy days spent indoors. Read More
2022-08-09 01:15
2022-08-03 08:31
If you’re beginning to run out of ideas for the final weeks of summer break, we’ve got you covered. We’ve put together a list of fun activities in Sacramento to keep… Read More
2022-07-07 08:56
2022-06-28 08:29
It's time to celebrate Pride with your infant, toddler or preschooler.
Kids Konnect has curated a selection of activities we think are perfect for Pride month and will help teac… Read More
2022-06-22 01:00
Parents can find the first day of preschool nerve-wracking. If you find yourself and your child getting anxious, please know that what you're experiencing is completely natural. At Kid… Read More
2022-06-17 17:35
Kids Konnect is closed on Monday 6/20 to celebrate Juneteenth. Read More
2022-06-07 11:09
2022-04-22 15:54
Earth Day is the perfect opportunity to connect with nature and teach children how to protect our planet. The annual event takes place on April 22, and inspires people from around t… Read More
2022-04-13 08:28
Kids Konnect San Leandro has opened a new infant classroom. We're expanding our preschool in San Leandro to increase our affordable early-education programs in the community to loca… Read More
2022-04-13 08:26
Play is an important part of your child’s development. It encourages repetition, which is great for learning new skills, words and colors. You’ve probably noticed your t… Read More
2022-02-10 22:00
In 2022, the Californian Government accelerated its plans to introduce universal transitional kindergarten (TK). Read More
2022-01-27 09:07
Kids Konnect involves parents in their child’s preschool day to day life. We believe that communication is very important and is crucial in creating a positive relationship an… Read More
2021-12-22 17:20
If, like Kids Konnect, you’re starting to forget what day of the week it is, we’ve compiled a list of magical activities to keep you all busy during winter break. We&rsq… Read More
2021-12-22 17:20
If, like Kids Konnect, you’re starting to forget what day of the week it is, we’ve compiled a list of magical activities to keep you all busy during winter break. We&rsq… Read More
2021-11-09 16:30
As we enter the holiday season, it’s time to reflect on how we’ve found 2021 and to give back to the local communities. Read More
2021-06-30 10:40
2021-06-24 01:00
Children accelerate their development during the preschool years and their early learning environment can have a massive impact on the rest of their life. Read More
2021-06-15 16:27
2021-06-10 16:26
Talking to young children about racism can be difficult. We understand why many parents don’t want to talk about race and racism to a five-year-old. Read More
2021-05-27 21:00
Kids Konnect loves Circle Time and it’s a vital part of our daily preschool play-based curriculum Read More
2021-05-14 14:25
Kids Konnect Preschool and Infant Centers are doing everything we can to combat California’s child care crisis. This includes offering affordable child care in the Bay Area to… Read More
2021-05-12 08:19
Millions of Muslims around the world are celebrating the end of Ramadan today with the Eid al-Fitr. Read More
2021-04-14 00:30
Social skills are an important part of a child’s development. They help children develop confidence and help them feel comfortable in social situations Read More
2021-04-08 13:30
It’s saddening that the number of hate crimes against Asian-Americans and Pacific Islanders is rising. This is across the Bay Area and the rest of the US. Read More
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2021-03-12 16:00
2021-03-08 15:45
As many of our blog readers will know, Kids Konnect is passionate about our play-based curriculum and it has been at the heart of our programmes since we opened our very first presc… Read More
2021-02-18 17:30
Black History Month is here! At Kids Konnect, we love celebrating and teaching our students how much African-Americans have contributed to the United States. Read More
2021-02-10 20:30
This week, millions of people around the world are celebrating the Lunar New Year. At Kids Konnect Preschools, we’ve been thinking about the best ways to celebrate the Lunar N… Read More
2021-01-27 20:30
2021-01-08 20:30
At Kids Konnect, we want to say a big thank you to our local communities for supporting us and to our families for sticking with us throughout the Covid-19 pandemic. Read More
2021-01-05 20:00
California For All Kids has finally revealed its Master Plan for Early Learning and Care: Making California for All Kids. Read More
2020-12-16 20:00
Kids Konnect introduces holidays your family may not celebrate because when children learn about other cultures, it helps them to develop empathy and understanding for other people… Read More
2020-12-15 20:00
At Kids Konnect, we’re hoping this holiday season provides some much needed relief from 2020. Normally, we would be out braving the crowds at Target, visiting Night Glows at t… Read More
2020-11-13 08:38
We’ve previously spoken about the child care crisis that the US finds itself in today and the ever rising costs that families face. Families can see on average 20% of their ho… Read More
2020-10-21 11:58
At Kids Konnect, we are committed to helping your child get the best possible start in life. So, we’re delighted that all our Redwood City, San Mateo and Pacifica presc… Read More
2020-09-22 13:59
As we see out the last days of summer, I wanted to take the opportunity to update everyone on what we know about COVID-19 and young children and what life at Kids Konnect looks like… Read More
2020-09-10 11:09
Last week, the LA Times reported that despite being “mask licking germ bombs”, few preschoolers catch the coronavirus. The article goes on to discuss how prevalent other… Read More
2020-08-31 09:23
As we enter the Fall season, there is a surge of families rising up to provide education for their children amidst a period of K12 school closures due to the pandemic. At Kids Konne… Read More
2020-08-03 18:00
Matt Kramer helps his daughter, Meg, who is in kindergarten, with schoolwork at home on March 18, 2020 in San Anselmo, California. (Ezra Shaw/Getty Images) Image used from KQED… Read More
2020-07-30 22:00
As our families will be aware, there are a number of additional COVID-19 safety procedures in effect at all Kids Konnect schools for the safety of our children, staff and their care… Read More
2020-07-21 16:08
Washing your hands is one of the simplest ways you can protect yourself and others from illnesses such as food poisoning and flu. At Kids Konnect we teach all of our children h… Read More
2020-06-09 15:33
More than 60 percent of children under age 6 have two parents in the workforce. And yet, 2 million parents are disrupted at work every year by being let down by their childcare prov… Read More
2020-06-03 17:29
While there is no easy way to dive into the topic of race with young children, we as adults, can still have age appropriate discussions around the complexities of race and racial in… Read More
2020-05-01 13:28
Staying home with the kids can be challenging, exhausting, daunting… but also fun and rewarding! Read More
2020-04-24 11:00
We've been asked alot of questions about Fall enrollment for preschool and pre-kindergarten so we've complied all our answers into this handy blog post. For any questions, feel free… Read More
2019-11-25 17:15
Play is integral to a child’s development.
It is through play, that infants begin to move, communicate, socialize, and understand their surroundings, all of which are cruci… Read More
2019-11-21 17:15
Does your preschooler eat a healthy breakfast?
Breakfast is one of the most important meals of the day.
By fueling your child with important vitamins and miner… Read More
2019-11-17 17:15
For preschoolers, critical thinking involves the ability to think clearly and rationally in order to understand logical connections between ideas.
To engage in reflection and ind… Read More
2019-10-26 16:15
In order for children to be happy, healthy, and social individuals who enjoy learning, there are a number of important needs that must be met.
At our Kids Konnect preschools in P… Read More
2019-10-23 16:15
Play dates are a great way for your preschooler to learn and bond with other children.
By incorporating activities that introduce basic elements of science, technology, enginee… Read More
2019-10-07 16:30
Music is everywhere we go.
From the busker on the street to the radio playing in the grocery store, it is almost impossible for your preschooler to ignore the c… Read More
2019-09-30 16:15
In San Leandro, fall is a fantastic time of the year to try something new with your preschooler.
From watching the changing colors of nature, to spending time with family and fri… Read More
2019-09-29 16:15
Travelling by car, bus or plane is an exciting prospect for a preschool child.
Whether you are visiting family and friends or embarking on a fun vacation, trave… Read More
2019-09-18 16:30
Taking your child to their first day at preschool can seem scary at first.
Not knowing how your child is going to behave or react to their new environment can seem overwhelming f… Read More
2019-08-25 16:15
The following information is not meant to diagnose or treat and should not take the place of personal consultation, as appropriate, with a qualified healthcare professional.
Se… Read More
2019-08-18 16:15
Summer is an exciting time of year in San Leandro.
With the sun shining and temperatures rising, August is an excellent month to spend time exploring with your preschooler.
We… Read More
2019-08-12 16:15
Life as a parent of a preschooler can be one of the most rewarding but challenging stages in an adult’s life.
For the most part, it’s highly likely that you and you… Read More
2019-07-29 16:15
At Kids Konnect, we’re proud to provide an active and engaging environment for your child.
For healthy growth and development, it is essential that your preschool child is… Read More
2019-07-21 16:15
2019-07-15 16:15
It's official, there's a new kid on the block in San Leandro this September...
The importance of quality education and care in a child’s early life is vital.
Preschool pro… Read More
2019-06-30 16:15
It’s no secret that single use plastics like bottles, food packaging and straws are all contributing in a huge way to environmental pollution.
While you… Read More
2019-06-26 16:15
For parents with young children, finding time to exercise isn’t always easy.
That being said, sometimes, just going about your daily business as a mom o… Read More
2019-06-16 16:15
As anyone who is a parent of siblings will tell you, sometimes your children simply don’t get on.
Whereas most of the time children are grateful for the friendship an old… Read More
2019-05-31 16:15
From a young age, numeracy skills become part of the day-to-day life of your preschool child.
Children are naturally curious about the world around them and so – where math… Read More
2019-05-28 16:15
Engineering – the process of designing and building – is an important STEAM skill that your child can learn through play at a young age.
Naturally, preschool children l… Read More
2019-05-17 16:15
Technology is incredibly important to the world we live in today.
From our mobile phones to our computers, even our houses make use of smart technology to enrich our lives for the… Read More
2019-04-30 16:15
For young preschoolers learning to navigate the world, science can quickly become part of their day-to-day lives.
Children are naturally curious and so as the… Read More
2019-04-19 16:15
Preschool education provides children with a fantastic platform to learn and develop during their early years.
At Kids Konnect, our play-based curriculum and STEM… Read More
2019-04-15 16:15
For the next generation of scientists, technologists, engineers and mathematicians, the arts have never been more important.
At Kids Konnect preschools, we offe… Read More
2019-03-30 16:15
The following information is not meant to diagnose or treat and should not take the place of personal consultation, as appropriate, with a qualified healthcare professional.
See yo… Read More
2019-03-26 16:15
Summer camps are an excellent opportunity for children to learn about
STEAM subjects in a fun and engaging way.
With activities designed to reflect the… Read More
2019-03-06 17:15
Attending a Kids Konnect preschool is a brilliant opportunity for young children to learn and develop in a safe and caring environment.
Our play-based curriculum, packed with S… Read More
2019-02-27 17:15
Sending your child to preschool has many benefits for their personal and educational development.
Whether it’s lessons in STEM subjects or social skills that come through mak… Read More
2019-02-24 17:15
Learning through play is one of the most exciting and enjoyable experiences for preschool children.
That’s why, at Kids Konnect we offer your child our play… Read More
2019-02-06 15:45
At
Kids Konnect we believe your child deserves a high quality, well rounded and age appropriate curriculum.
That’s why play-based learning is at the core of everything… Read More
2019-01-30 17:15
Finding the right preschool for your child can be a tricky process.
School opening times or your child’s circumstances all play a part in making the decision.
Therefore… Read More
2019-01-24 17:15
Separation anxiety is a common experience in preschool children and usually occurs when preschooler’s struggle if kept apart from their caregiver.
Like in adults, child… Read More
2019-01-10 17:15
Getting children to play outside for family activities can be a challenge.
Whether your little ones are too distracted by their technology or afraid of a little rain, tempting them… Read More
2018-12-31 17:15
New Year’s Resolutions are an interesting way to start the year afresh. 2018 has been another busy year at our Kids Konnect preschools in
Oakland,
Pacifica and
San Mate… Read More
2018-12-20 17:15
The holiday season can quickly become a time filled with panic, anxiety and loneliness for even the most experienced parent.
Whether you’re chasing after an unruly preschoole… Read More
2018-12-13 17:15
The festive season is a great time for you and your preschooler to meet family and friends, eat your favorite foods and enjoy giving and receiving those all important gifts… Read More
2018-11-29 17:15
While the festive season is a great time for you and your preschooler to meet up with family and friends, eat all of you favorite foods and enjoy life at a slower pace, it&rsquo… Read More
2018-11-28 17:15
Enjoying frequent, meaningful conversations with your preschool child is essential for their social and emotional development.
Even in the first 5 years of life, children learn… Read More
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