A child cries when a parent leaves, grabs a toy from a friend, shouts when a block tower falls, or retreats when a classroom feels too busy. To adults, these may look like behavior problems. For young children, however, behavior is often an attempt to communicate a feeling they cannot yet name. That is why… Read More

The first week of school is almost here, and with it comes a mix of excitement, anticipation, and maybe a few nervous feelings for children and parents alike! You may also notice some extra tiredness, clinginess, or big emotions at home during those first few weeks. School requires a lot of energy! Give them time… Read More

There is a moment most parents and teachers know well. You give a simple instruction. Shoes on. Clean up. Line up. And nothing happens. It can feel frustrating, especially when the direction seems easy. But for young children, following directions is not just about listening. It is about learning how to slow down, tune in,… Read More

Children learn about the world through their relationships. Sharing gives them a chance to practice generosity, patience, and connection. In November, we are helping students explore what it looks like to include others and care for the people around them. How Children Experience Sharing Sharing develops differently for every child. Some children share with ease,… Read More

Teaching Tender Hearts to Notice and Care At Home For Your Heart, we know that even the tiniest learners are busy discovering what it means to connect with others. One of the most beautiful skills they can grow during these early years is empathy. Empathy is noticing how someone else feels and responding with kindness.… Read More

Helping Little Hearts Learn Big Feelings At Home For Your Heart School, one of our goals is to give children not just academic skills, but also the tools they need to thrive in relationships and everyday life. That’s where social-emotional learning (SEL) comes in. Each month, we highlight a different SEL focus for our Toddler… Read More

At Home For Your Heart, we know that learning to identify emotions is just as important as learning numbers and letters. For our youngest learners, emotions can feel big and overwhelming. Helping children notice, name, and navigate those feelings builds the foundation for empathy, problem-solving, and healthy friendships. Families play the biggest role in this… Read More

The first days of a new school year are always full of emotion: excitement, curiosity, a few tears (from kids and sometimes parents!), and so many new possibilities. At Home For Your Heart School, a ministry of Blue Grass Church, we have just completed our first few days with our students ages 1–5 in Toddler… Read More

Summer is the perfect time to enjoy sunny adventures and help your little one get ready for a successful school year ahead! Whether your child is entering our Toddler Time program or starting Preschool or Pre-K at HFYH in the fall, these simple, everyday activities can make a big difference. Think of it as your… Read More

As the school year comes to a close, our hearts are full—with pride, with gratitude, and with memories of a truly special journey. From the tiny hands that first grasped crayons to the brave voices that learned to say “hello” and “goodbye,” this year has been a beautiful symphony of firsts. Our little learners, from… Read More