A beginning that lasts a lifetime!
Spring is here, and with it comes the joy of blooming flowers, warmer weather, and new opportunities for little ones to explore the world around them! Spring is the perfect time to spark creativity and help our youngest learners grow through fun, hands-on activities. Whether you’re a parent, caregiver, or teacher, these spring-themed ideas are… Read More
Art is more than just fun—it’s a powerful way to help children grow. Whether they’re drawing, painting, or building, creative activities play a big role in their development, both at home and in school. In the classroom, art helps kids build fine motor skills by practicing hand-eye coordination and using tools. These skills are important… Read More
As we step into the cozy month of November, our school is buzzing with excitement! November is a time of reflection, warmth, and togetherness. It’s a month where we embrace the changing seasons, celebrate gratitude, and encourage our little learners to explore new ideas and skills in creative ways. At HFYH, we’re dedicated to providing… Read More
As we dive into a new school year, it’s important to remember that learning isn’t just about numbers and letters for our little ones. For young kids, building social-emotional skills is just as crucial as learning to count or recognize colors. These skills help them understand their own feelings, get along with others, and become… Read More
Hello! I’m Erica Hirsch, assistant director of Home For Your Heart School and the woman behind the wig of “Erica Einstein.” Once a month, Erica Einstein visits our Preschool and Pre-K students for a special science lesson. It is truly my favorite part of my job! During these visits, students observe, make predictions, ask questions,… Read More
Our teachers and staff have been hard at work all summer long to prepare for the upcoming 2024-2025 school year! You should have already recieved an email from your child’s teacher including the following information: HFYH “Meet the Teacher” days are Tuesday, August 6th, or Wednesday, August 7th (the day and time are specific to… Read More
Ah, summer is the time for sunshine, ice cream, and the freedom every child dreams about all year long. Learning doesn’t have to stop when school ends. Here are some summer activities to keep your kids engaged and curious without breaking the bank! 1.The Evansville Vanderburgh Public Library has launched their summer reading incentive program… Read More
A vast majority of HFYH lesson planning centers around the development of fine motor function. Fine motor skills refer to precision, finger dexterity, and coordination of the hands. This skill set is used to fasten buttons, manipulate writing utensils, open containers and so much more! The hands play an important role in most occupations that we perform.… Read More
We can all agree that reading to your child is beneficial. We’ve all seen the infographics on social media and answered the survey questions at the Pediatrician’s office. I have even noticed that my school aged children are assigned 20-30 minutes of reading as homework instead of traditional worksheets. Reading to/with your child daily is… Read More
Every parent has encountered the dreaded power struggle with their child. I bet that first sentence is recalling some fond memories for you. Power struggles are when the expectations of the parent/adult are not in line with the expectations of the child and result in conflict. Cue the tantrum. Imagine you’ve had a fun afternoon… Read More
