In part one of this two-part blog series, we looked at some basic themes on weaning your child off of their sippy cup when the age is right. From why this is important through the right time to do so, we looked into several of the most basic elements involved in this conversation as your …

Moving Past the Sippy Cup: Steps for the Transition Read More »

There are numerous important transitions your child will make as they move through their early years, and one of these for toddlers and young children is the move from a sippy cup or similar child-oriented cup to regular cups and glasses. The sippy cup is often a middle ground that comes after the baby bottle …

Moving Past the Sippy Cup: Importance, Timing, Alternatives Read More »

In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some basic tips for parents of multiple children on how to manage and prevent sibling rivalries. While bits of disagreement and even squabbles are common between siblings, you want to avoid these reaching crazy levels and creating actual resentment between siblings. At Lit’l Scholars …

Managing Taylorsville Sibling Rivalry: Long-Term Parent Solutions Read More »

For parents with multiple children, managing the relationship between them can be tough in some cases. Included here are situations where “sibling rivalries” develop — when are these a negative thing, and what can parents do about them? A possible resource you may not have considered here: Our staff at Lit’l Scholars Learning Centers, where …

Managing Sibling Rivalry: Listening, Problem-Solving, Privacy Read More »

In part one of this two-part blog series, we looked at basic sleep guidelines for children based on their age, plus how and why these guidelines differ so significantly from adults. Children typically need much more sleep than adults, especially younger children, and knowing the general ranges here is important for parents and other caregivers. …

Children and Sleep: Developing Quality Habits Read More »

Of all the topics vital to your child’s development, sleep may be the single most important. Kids need the right amount of sleep, and determining what this amount is typically relies primarily on the age range the child is in, along with a few other minor factors. At Lit’l Scholars Learning Centers, we’re proud to …

Children and Sleep: Basic Guidelines and Differences From Adults Read More »

In many ways, the presence of themes like fear and caution are enormously beneficial for young children as they develop, allowing them to stay safe and healthy. However, there are situations where infants and toddlers develop significant fears that go beyond basic instinct, including some cases where these fears impact their daily lives and are …

Helping SLC Infants and Toddlers With Natural Fears or Anxieties Read More »

In part one of this two-part blog series, we went over some basic tips on how to deal with temper tantrums from toddlers and other young children. While such outbursts aren’t necessarily a shock, and are somewhat normal among kids, they’re also opportunities for learning and development — and they should generally diminish as your …

Toddler Temper Tantrums: Control, Distraction, Learning Read More »

There are many things we can expect from infants and toddlers, and the occasional temper tantrum is one of them. And while temper tantrums are no fun for parents or anyone else to deal with, they also offer opportunities to educate and alter behavior — and with the right approach, tantrums can be limited and …

Toddler Temper Tantrums: Reasoning and Coping Mechanisms Read More »

Whether you’re new to parenthood or you’ve had some not-so-great experiences with babysitters, it can be hard to find the right child care for your family in Salt Lake City. At Lit’l Scholars, your trusted childcare center in Salt Lake City, we are committed to creating the best environment for your child’s learning and growing …

How to Find Trustworthy Child Care in Salt Lake City Read More »