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What Makes Reggio Emilia Unique?

Every child deserves a place to explore and grow, and every parent deserves peace of mind when choosing that place. If you’re exploring preschool options, you may find yourself sorting through endless program descriptions, teaching styles and classroom philosophies. At Children’s Discovery Center, we believe the right preschool should feel like an extension of your…
Child Care Tips for Working Parents

Balancing a career and family life isn’t always easy, and for working parents, child care can feel like the linchpin that keeps it all running smoothly. Once you’ve found a trusted child care provider, the next challenge is managing the day-to-day: drop-offs and pick-ups, keeping communication flowing and making sure you and your child feel…
Featured Project: “Beneath Our Feet”

What lives under the leaves? Where do bugs go? How do butterflies grow? These simple observations sparked a joyful journey of hands-on exploration that invited our children to dig deeper, observe closely and discover the beauty hidden under the soil. Our “Beneath Our Feet” project at the Wolfcreek center grew directly from our toddlers’ questions…
Featured Teacher: Ms. Alex

At Children’s Discovery Center, we are proud to have educators who bring warmth, creativity and a deep passion for early childhood development into the classroom each day. Ms. Alex Frost is a perfect example of the shine that helps our students and Toledo-area early education centers sparkle. A Heart for Children (and Families!) With CDC…
How to Support Children During Big Transitions

Change is an inevitable part of growing up, and transitions—whether starting preschool, moving to a new home or welcoming a new sibling—can bring both excitement and anxiety for young children. With the right support, transitions become powerful opportunities for growth and resilience-building, laying the foundation for your child’s future success. At Children’s Discovery Center, we…
Important Lessons Our Children Learn from Playdates

As parents and early childhood educators, we often focus on learning activities to help little ones reach new milestones. But here’s something wonderful: some of the most powerful learning happens during simple playdates! These joyful social interactions are actually rich opportunities for growth and essential life skill development. At Children’s Discovery Center, we’ve seen that…
Summer STEAM Activities

Summer is the perfect time to nurture your preschooler’s curiosity and love for learning. While the season often brings a shift in routines, it doesn’t have to mean a break from learning. In fact, summer provides a wonderful opportunity to engage in STEAM learning (Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics) in a fun, hands-on way. …