Ally Kulbeda, Teacher at the Children's Learning Center at FSW, explains her philosophy on play and how it helps infant development.

In our latest vlog, Jenna Thompson, VPK Teacher at the Children's Learning Center at FSW, explains why play-based learning is most appropriate for children and helps them in every aspect of their lives.

At Child Care of Southwest Florida, we invite parents and children to come grow with us. We strive to create a safe place where the imagination is set free and the childhood spirit is celebrated.

Our learning centers have low teacher-to-student ratios and dedicated, caring staff to ensure your child has an exceptional education.

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Research shows that children learn through play. Playing is a key part of healthy brain development as it encourages children to use their imagination while helping develop their physical, cognitive, and emotional skills. It is also an important part of how little ones discover and interact with the world around them.

This week's vlog post features Martha Kebhart, Director of the Children's Learning Center at FSW, explaining why play is so important for young children.

When we ask children to "use their words," we are are encouraging them to use language and develop their communication skills. As adults, we have a responsibility to be patient and respond to a young child's attempts to communicate in a positive way, as this can have a big impact on their language development.

This week's vlog post features some helpful tips to encourage toddlers use their words as told by Miss Sharonda, Preschool Teacher at the Joseph H. Messina Children's Center (hint: ditching the sippy cup helps!)

What is "early literacy" and why is it important? Developing early literacy skills helps prepare young children for school. Children who are read to regulary and have been exposed to language at home start kindergarten prepared to learn to read and write.

This week's vlog post features Miss Kimmy, Preschool Teacher at the Joseph H. Messina Children's Center.

Many children--and their parents--worry about the transition from preschool to kindergarten, which is understandable. Kindergarten may be a very different experience, and this fear of the unknown is enough to cause anxiety about starting "big kid school."

This week's vlog post features Sabrina Nieves, Preschool Teacher at the Joseph H. Messina Children's Center, with some helpful tips on easing "kindergarten anxiety."

We're proud to introduce our new blog, Come Grow With Us: Your Parenting Partner. Check out our first "vlog" post, featuring Joseph H. Messina Children's Center Director Tammy Aronson.