How Do Enrichment Programs Help Children Grow?
Every child is naturally curious. They ask questions, investigate their surroundings and find joy in discovery. As a parent, you…
Featured Project: Hibernation & Migration
When winter arrived, so did a slew of questions from our preschoolers: “Where did all the animals go? What do…
Featured Teacher: Ms. Jen
A great teacher doesn’t just guide learning; they help open students to discover the beautiful world around us. Ms. Jennifer…
3 At-Home STEAM Activities for Cold Winter Days
While winter winds blow and indoor days grow long, there’s still a world of discovery waiting inside your home. With…
Ask These 8 Questions Instead of “How Was School Today?”
We’ve all been there before. You’ve just picked up your little one from another day of day care or preschool…
Teaching Emotional Regulation with Love
When carried out thoughtfully and with love, discipline is about providing guidance and showing our children that we care and…
How Early Childhood Classrooms Teach Empathy Through Play
Some of life’s most important lessons are learned through play! This is especially true when it comes to kindness, compassion…
Featured Teacher: Ms. Kimberley
At Children’s Discovery Center, every classroom is guided by heart, experience and a passion for discovery, with our teachers at…
Featured Project: Investigating Lights and Shadows
For more than 30 years, curiosity has served as the compass in CDC’s Reggio Emilia classrooms, allowing students to explore…
The Power of Faith In Shaping Early Childhood
In early childhood, every moment is full of discovery. Each moment is an opportunity to learn, from ABCs and 123s…
Create Calm with These Mindfulness Techniques for Preschoolers and Parents
In a world full of color, sound and constant movement, even our youngest learners need moments of stillness. At Children’s…
The Science of Play (and 3 Fun At-Home Experiments)
When a child builds, explores or simply asks “Why?”, they’re doing far more than playing. They’re learning and growing. At…
Featured Project: Mark Making
Even the tiniest hands can uncover grand discoveries! Our Toddler A classroom (12-25 months) students have been making their mark…
3 Ways to Build a Better Partnership with Your Child’s Teacher
Raising and educating children is truly a team effort, as parents and teachers bring unique insights and strengths to a…
Featured Teacher: Ms. Angie
With 30 years of experience and a heart full of love for our littlest learners, Ms. Angie Timler is a…
Why Sleep is So Important for Your Child’s Development
Discovery begins with a good night’s rest. Sleep is more than downtime; it is a key component in your child’s…
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….
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
Summer STEAM Activities
Summer is the perfect time to nurture your preschooler’s curiosity and love for learning. While the season often brings a…
Children’s Discovery Parent Testimonial: The Talmon Family
At Children’s Discovery Center, we believe children thrive in safe, nurturing environments built on strong relationships and joyful discovery. For…
What is Inquiry-Based Learning, and How Does It Help Your Child?
We all want our children to grow into curious, thoughtful and independent thinkers—individuals eager to explore the world around them….
Featured Teacher: Ms. Marsha
A good teacher can change your life forever. At CDC, we’re lucky to know many, including Ms. Marsha Lawson, our…
How the Structure of Routines Fosters Early Development
Have you ever noticed how your child seems calmer with a structured routine? Young children thrive when they know what…
Featured Project: Exploring the Ocean and Sea
At Children’s Discovery Center, we believe the most exciting learning happens when children’s natural curiosity is sparked. Our Preschool B…
How to Identify (and Support) Your Child’s Learning Style
Child-led discovery opens our eyes to more than the subjects that interest our young learners. It helps us to uncover…
5 Lessons We Can Learn from Nature
Spending time in nature is a valuable learning experience for young children. At Children’s Discovery Center, we understand the profound…
Featured Teacher: Ms. Savannah
Choosing a childcare center is one of the most important decisions you will make as a parent. These spaces help…
Featured Project: Polar Regions
When adventure calls, our students answer! Our Pre-K B four and five-year-olds embarked on an exciting journey into the Polar…
How Cultural Exploration Enriches Early Learning
Children are natural explorers. Their endless curiosity drives them to ask questions, try new things and make sense of the…
Children’s Discovery Parent Testimonial: Allard Family
For the Allard family, choosing the right child development center for their children, Lucas and Julia, was an important decision….
Why Part-Time Daycare Works for Working Parents
Being a working parent can feel like trying to do two full-time jobs at once. You’re juggling work, family and…
Infant Childcare 101: Nurturing Growth and Curiosity from the Start
From the moment they are born, infants are driven by curiosity, absorbing information from the world around them. As parents,…
Fostering Growth Through Fun: The Benefits of Play-Based Learning
Play is one of the 100 languages of children—a natural activity that brings joy, creativity and discovery. However, when we…
The Important Role of Family Traditions in Early Childhood Development
Family traditions play an essential role in early childhood development, providing children with a sense of identity, belonging and stability….
9 Tips for Teaching Positive Emotional Regulation Skills
As parents and caregivers, we have the wonderful opportunity to guide our little ones as they learn to navigate their…
Harmonious Learning Through S.T.E.A.M. and Music
Music is a universal language that resonates with children’s hearts and minds, offering a joyful pathway to learning and self-expression….
Featured Teacher: Ms. Racheal
The most fulfilling early childhood education programs are those with enthusiastic educators at the helm. Like their students, each CDC…
Creative Inspiration: The Role of Art in Early Childhood Development
Art plays a crucial role in early childhood development, offering young children benefits beyond their formative years. Creativity provides children…
Imagine the Potential: How Imagination Helps Us In Childhood and Beyond
One of the most beautiful gifts we can give our children is the encouragement to dream. Fostering imagination from an…
Understanding Early Childhood Developmental Milestones: A Guide for Parents
Early childhood is a time of incredible growth and change, with each stage bringing new skills and abilities. As parents,…
The Different Types of Play at Play in Child Development
We often marvel at how effortlessly our children immerse themselves in play, turning every moment into a world of imagination…
A Guide to Creating an At-Home Learning Environment
Creating a supportive and engaging learning environment is vital for enhancing your young child’s educational journey. At Children’s Discovery Center,…
Making Waves: How Water Play Enhances Childhood Development
Water play is a dynamic and engaging activity that holds a special place in early childhood education, offering many developmental…
Featured Teacher: Ms. Allie
Each day at Children’s Discovery Center is a new adventure for our students, and no adventure is complete without the…
Featured Project: Bugs
If our students have taught us anything, it is that even the smallest among us can significantly impact our world….
Seeds for Success: How Gardening Boosts Early Childhood Development
From the patience of transforming butterflies to the perseverance of a growing sapling, nature holds lessons for us all! Exploring…
Children’s Discovery Parent Testimonial: The Dotson Family
We believe compassionate learning environments promote healthy childhood development. As our young students explore through creativity and connection, our staff…
Children’s Discovery Parent Testimonial: Whalen Family
Each day holds exciting discoveries for learners of all ages, whether it be the young students we are blessed to…
At-Home Activities to Strengthen Your Child’s Fine Motor Skills
Fine motor skills are crucial for a child’s overall development, enabling them to perform essential tasks such as writing, buttoning…
What to Look for When Choosing Your Infant Childcare Provider
There’s nothing more important than our children’s care and safety. It’s a decision that influences your child’s well-being and development…
Our Staff’s Favorite Children’s Books in 2024
Throughout history, stories have played a special role in molding our world. They spark our creativity. They foster our imaginations….
7 Tips for Nurturing Kindness and Empathy in Early Childhood
Kindness and empathy are important values to instill in our children from a young age. Not only do these qualities…
Featured Teacher: Ms. Ami
At Children’s Discovery Center, we are blessed to have a team of exceptional early childhood educators dedicated to nurturing and…
Fostering Confidence and a Growth Mindset in Early Childhood
Every discovery and challenge shapes our development in the critical years of early childhood. How we embrace these moments is…
Featured Project: Birds
What’s new in our classrooms? A lot! Ms. Ami and Ms. Sherrie’s pre-K A and B classes have embarked on…
The Greatest Gift: How to Share the Nativity Story with Your Child
Merry Christmas to our CDC families! Our hearts are filled with joy and anticipation with each day crossed off our…
Featured Project: Class Pet Discoveries
At Children’s Discovery Center, we believe learning is at its best when driven by curiosity. Our pre-K A and B…
Featured Teacher: Ms. Hughes
If our curious students are brave explorers of the world, then CDC teachers are their astute guides! These passionate educators…
Nurturing Beginnings: The Benefits of Childcare Enrollment for Infants
As parents, we make what can feel like millions of decisions to create the best lives for our children. One…
Full S.T.E.A.M. Ahead: At-Home Activities to Engage Your Young Child
The world is a classroom with our Reggio Emilia approach and S.T.E.A.M. lessons are real-life experiments that can be an…
Embracing Picky Eaters with Love: 7 Tips for Parents
As parents, the dinner table can feel like a battleground when you have a picky eater. However, our CDC staff…
Nurturing Confidence: Tips for Building Your Child’s Self-Esteem in Early Childhood
One of the most precious gifts parents can give their children is a strong belief in themselves. Each child holds…
Nurturing Futures: How Reggio Emilia Prepares Children for Kindergarten and Beyond
It’s our goal as parents to prepare our children for success and happiness wherever life leads them. We want to…
Fun In the Sun: Summertime Activities for Continued Education
Summer is a time for young children to explore and discover! But did you know this season also holds incredible…
Featured Project: Rocks
At Children’s Discovery Center, we believe curiosity and exploration can ignite our children’s minds. Look no further than our pre-K…
Featured Teacher: Ms. Nicki
Without our teachers’ compassion, curiosity and guidance, CDC’s discoveries would not be possible! This includes dedicated educators like Ms. Nichole…
Dive into Fun: A Guide to Teaching Your Young Child to Swim
Swimming can be a fun and rewarding experience for all, but it’s important to take the process slowly. With summer…
9 Tips for Tantrums: How to Turn Meltdowns into Teachable Moments
Kicking. Crying. Screaming. Temper tantrums are an emotional experience for children and parents alike. While these outbursts feel frustrating at…
6 Ways To Engage In Your Child’s Development
At Children’s Discovery Center, our Reggio Emilia philosophy is about more than classroom lessons. It encourages a hands-on approach to…
Children’s Discovery Parent Testimonial: Hague Family
For more than 40 years, Toledo-area families have relied on Children’s Discovery Center for their child’s premier education. We are…
Children’s Discovery Center’s Week of the Young Child 2023 (April 1 – 7)
Children’s Discovery Center is participating in Week of the Young Child, an international movement that acknowledges the needs of young…
What is STEM education?
Established by the National Science Foundation in the early 2000s, STEM instruction is an educational approach focusing on science, technology,…
Featured Project: Spiders
Our latest featured project was inspired by one of our inquisitive preschool students! This new discovery encouraged students to study…
Featured Teacher: Ms. Brittany
Each time we recognize a Featured Teacher, we celebrate model leaders within the Children’s Discovery Center team. They bring creativity,…
The Benefits of Childcare for Working Parents
Here at Children’s Discovery Center, we pride ourselves in providing childcare that not only prioritizes the education and well-being of…
Explore Our Toledo Child Care Discovery Centers
At Children’s Discovery Center, we view the educational process as a beautiful puzzle. Each piece is equally important in your…
5 Ways to Stay Healthy This Winter
From slay riding and building snowmen to snuggling up with cocoa, there are plenty of reasons we love the winter!…
Holiday Activities Perfect for Your Preschooler
Oh, ho, ho, ho – it’s our favorite time of year! Christmas is upon us, and we could not be…
At-Home Activities to Grow Your Child’s Fine and Sensory Motor Skills
Growing up is more than child’s play for our youngest discoverers. Each day provides new opportunities (and challenges), but exploration…
Featured Teacher: Ms. Amanda
Each child who enters our doors is whisked into a world of exploration. With every lesson, our young students discover…
Featured Project: Entomology
Here at Children’s Discovery Center, our students are fueled by curiosity as they turn day-to-day activities into engaging explorations. At…
How to Choose a Childcare Provider
At Children’s Discovery Center, we understand firsthand the importance of choosing a quality childcare provider that matches the needs of…
Preschool B’s Field Trip to Gust Brother’s Pumpkin Farm
Gust Brother’s recently provided our Talmadge Preschool B class with a real farm experience during our amazing tour of the…
Our CDC Staff Picks for Favorite Children’s Books
Exploration is how we grow, and childhood discovery can be found high and low, including between the pages of our…
Childhood Separation Anxiety: How To Help Your Child Cope With Extended Time of Apart
Your little one is growing quickly. Soon they’ll be taking their first adventure away from mom and dad…or maybe they…
5 Tips for Parents to Practice Reading with Children at Home
Books are like passports for our imaginations. Each cover we open and every page we turn whisks us away to…
Featured Teachers: Ms. Lem & Ms. Ashley
As many before us have once said, it takes a village to raise a child. Luckily for us, our village…
What is the Reggio Emilia Approach to Education?
In his poem, “100 Languages,” Reggio Emilia Approach founder, Loris Malaguzzi, posits the complexity and potential of childhood discovery. “The…
Featured Project: Exploring the Ocean
At Children’s Discovery Center, our teaching methods are designed to unearth our students’ inner explorers and provide them with the…
Useful Tips To Help Prepare Your Child for Kindergarten
Preparing your child for kindergarten might seem intimidating, but it can be an exciting season for the whole family. As…
What To Know When Teaching Your Child Fire Safety
At Children’s Discovery Center, your child’s safety is our top priority. Our staff is trained to keep your little ones…
Featured Project: Titanic
Our latest featured project was inspired by a casual conversation amongst preschoolers at our Children’s Discovery Center Wolf Creek location. …
Featured Teacher: Ms. Bridget Bauman
What would our program at Childen’s Discovery Center be without a dynamic educational team committed to nurturing every child through…
Children’s Discovery Center’s Week of the Young Child 2022 (April 2-8)
As part of a bigger movement to recognize the needs of young children and the importance of early childhood education,…
CDC Parent Testimonial: Little Reid
For more than 40 years, Children’s Discovery Center has been a trusted source of childcare support and education for families…
5 Tips for Preparing Your Child to Welcome a Sibling
The birth of a new child is a wondrous occasion for any parent! It’s a time of magic and a…
7 Kid-Friendly Indoor Activities for Parents to Try
From creating snowmen and building forts to sledding and snowball fights, snow days are a time of joy and wonder…
Positive Discipline Techniques to Reinforce Good Behavior
Delivering a punishment is often as uncomfortable for the parent as it is for the child receiving it. Sometimes, we…
Featured Project: Trees
Our Pre-K Class at our Perrysburg (Avenue Road) location has enjoyed exploring the natural world around them. What began with…
Featured Teacher: Ms. Kendra Rhoades
The work we do at Children’s Discovery Center would not be possible without the compassion and support of our fantastic…
Fundamentals of Infant and Child CPR
Do you know CPR for your young child or infant? Should you take a course in order to master these…
Tips on Teaching Table Manners to School-Aged Children
“Mind your manners” is a traditional phrase most parents and grandparents remember. But nowadays, children need a bit more direction,…
Four Signs Your Child Loves Your Childcare Provider
Does your child enjoy going to daycare? Besides the occasional early morning “grumpies” are they thrilled about spending time with…
Teaching Children Thankfulness
Thanksgiving traditions make for fun and memorable holidays. These traditions usually include family gatherings, turkey dinners, board games and afternoons…
Early Childhood Education is Essential
Is it truly essential for your child to participate in a childcare option that promotes and focuses on education? The…
Featured Project: Bees
We’re buzzing with excitement over one of our latest projects from our Wolf Creek Preschool classroom with Ms. Jen: Bees!…
Keeping Families Connected With ProCare at CDC
When it comes to entrusting an early childhood education provider with your child’s care, staying up-to-date on milestones, activities, accomplishments…
Healthy Sleeping Habits for Children
Hi-ho, hi-ho, it’s off to bed they go! For some families, healthy sleeping habits are difficult to establish, as…
Healthy Snack Ideas for School-Age Children
*Please be aware of common food allergies such as nuts, wheat, corn, and dairy, and be informed of your school…
Featured Project: Birds
Our Pre-K class at our Talmadge location recently enjoyed their journey learning about many different types of birds, their habitats…
You’re invited to our Perrysburg Open House events! August 7
Discover what child care is meant to be! Join us on Saturday, August 7 for our Perrysburg Open House events:…
7 Tips on Selecting a Quality Childcare Provider
Do you know what to look for in selecting a quality childcare provider? Let us help! We believe an educational…
Helping Children Transition to Daycare
It isn’t always easy for young children to transition to daycare, and it can be equally challenging for parents as…
How to Know Your Child is Ready for Kindergarten
How is a parent to know if their child is truly ready for kindergarten? While it can seem overwhelming for…
Why Sensory and Motor Skills Are Important for Toddlers
Most toddlers are on the go from the moment they wake up. Eager to explore their environment, they use both…
Featured Project: Structures
Our Pre-K class at our Perrysburg (Avenue Road) location has been enjoying their latest learning journey, taking in all there…
Featured Location: Perrysburg (Avenue Road)
We’re thrilled to highlight our Perrysburg (Avenue Road) location in our latest blog! As a community-based early childhood education center,…
Our Favorite Books for Preschoolers
One of the most exciting parts of watching your child grow and learn is sharing the joy of reading with…
What Milestones Should Parents Be Looking for in Children?
Benefits of Teaching Sign Language to Infants and Toddlers
Teaching our infants and toddlers how to communicate is a natural part of the parent/child relationship. After all, we love…
Featured Location – Wolfcreek
Welcome to our Wolf Creek location! We are thankful for the opportunity to serve so many wonderful families by investing…
Daylight Savings Tips for Families of Preschoolers
Featured Project: Robots
At the start of 2021, the 4 and 5-year-old class at our Wolf Creek location began to explore with new…
Talking to Your Preschooler about the Importance of Friendship
“A day without a friend is like a pot without a single drop of honey left inside.” ~Winnie the Pooh…
Preschool Craft Ideas During Quarantine
Quarantine has been a tough learning curve for most families as schedules have changed, routines have been interrupted and the…
Tips for Teaching Children Healthy Habits
The Early Years: The Importance of an Educational Foundation
Building a solid educational foundation in the early years of a child’s life is not only important, it’s necessary. More…
We’re More Than Just Daycare
Featured Project: Trees
As our new school year began, the PreK A/B classes at our Harbor Town child care center began exploring different…
Featured Location: Harbor Town Place
Step right into the doors of our Harbor Town Place location and find out what makes this center unique! This…
What to Look for When Choosing Childcare
Parents can feel a lot of pressure when it comes to choosing childcare. They want to feel confident that their…
Featured Location: Waterville (Dutch Road)
Our Waterville child care center has been a part of the community for 15 years, providing unlimited opportunities for hands-on…
Featured Project
Our PreK B/C class at our Waterville center recently explored the incredible life of turtles! This age group is 3…
From Daycare to Child Care: How Care Has Evolved
It’s interesting to look back and see how child care has evolved over the years, starting out as a “daycare,”…
Featured Location: Franklin Park (Talmadge)
In the months ahead, we’ll be highlighting our Children’s Discovery Center locations throughout Toledo, Ohio, and what makes each location…
Childcare Provider Best Practices (Now & Always)
As the world’s standards have changed during COVID-19, childcare standards have evolved as well. It’s no wonder many daycare facilities…
A Message from CDC – June 11, 2020
We recognize that caring for your children means we are caring for our future. We take this responsibility with…
Fostering Growth Through Fun: The Benefits of Play-Based Learning
With schools closed and many parents working from home, continued education at-home can be difficult. Parents want their children to…
Talking to kids about the COVID-19 crisis
Children are at home. Many parents are working from home. Activities are canceled. This means our kids are not playing…
Stimulating your child’s brain on a schedule
Parents all over the world have now become homeschool teachers for the first time ever, on top of their work…
Keeping creativity at home
Newest Children’s Discovery Center Addresses Important Issues for Nursing Moms
The downtown Children’s Discovery Center was designed to help moms and dads working in the downtown Toledo area have the…
The Children’s Discovery Center Reopens in Downtown Toledo
On June 19, the Children’s Discovery Center will reopen its downtown Toledo Center with a ribbon cutting at 11 a.m….
Children’s Discovery Center sponsors STEM in the Park
Children’s Discovery Center sponsored and participated in STEM in the Park, a free, hands-on, family-friendly science, technology, engineering, and mathematics…
Children’s Discovery Center celebrates 35 years of business
Toledo, Ohio (June 13, 2017) – Children’s Discovery Center, a Toledo-based childcare company, will celebrate 35 years of business this…
Children’s Discovery Center Recognized as one of Largest Privately-Owned Child Care Companies in the Country
Toledo, OH – The Children’s Discovery Center recently topped Exchange magazine’s list of North America’s Largest For-Profit Child Care Organizations….
Children’s Discovery Center CEO Selected as a Master Leader
Toledo, OH – Lois Rosenberry, president and CEO of Children’s Discovery Center, has been selected as a Master Leader of…
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