Don Earl Parent Blog

  Preschool is the perfect age to start teaching kids about inclusion.   Attending preschool at Don Earl is a great start since we are an inclusive program.   We all have different abilities and we need to learn to all work together.   Not all disabilities are visible, that is why it is important to teach children to treat everyone they meet with respect and kindness.   Teaching kids about different disabilities also goes hand in hand with teaching them about empathy.   Below are some links with more information on inclusion.   We are fortunate to have an all abilities playground here in Jefferson County, so if you are looking for a park to take your child to this spring or summer check out Kade’s Playground in Herculaneum.     There are also opportunities for camps and sports for children of all abilities.   Check out TASK: https://www.taskstl.org/ and DASA: https://dasasports.org/ for more information.     https://www.naeyc.org/our-work/families/inclusion-preschool-program ht

 Dental hygiene is very important, especially at our little learners’ age! How we take care of our pearly whites can affect how we speak, smile, eat and show emotion. Not taking care of our teeth can cost a pretty penny! There are a few steps to follow when beginning to take care of our teeth. -Children should be brushing their teeth twice a day, with a pea sized drop of toothpaste. -Children should rinse and spit once they are finished. -When nearing the age of 5 they should be brushing for 2 minutes. -Children should see a dentist beginning at the age of 4. -Ask your dentist to use teeth sealants when necessary. Avoid eating sugary foods and drinks. -Children under the age of 6 need a parent to watch them as they brush. Teaching our children to take ownership of their dental hygiene sets them up for their future. Smile big!! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wCio_xVlgQ0 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vcNAhUqH9U0&t=46s