Childcare, Education & Learning
All About: The Wonder Room in Ballston Lake NY
By SaratogaMama at January 25, 2012 | 12:18 am | 0 Comment
The Wonder Room is a brand new play space in Ballston Lake NY, about 15 minutes south of Saratoga Springs. I had the chance to check out The Wonder Room last week prior to this Saturday's Grand Opening. Owner and mama Chris Stack along with Creative Director Lauren Cohen are excited to bringing years of childcare and education experience together to start this unique
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Featured Biz: Premier Dance Performing Arts Center
By SaratogaMama at January 20, 2012 | 8:42 am | 0 Comment
If you're looking for a dance studio in Saratoga County for your children or even yourself, Premier Dance Performing Arts Center in Clifton Park NY is an excellent option to consider. Premier Dance Performing Arts Center is new to Clifton Park, but Owner/Artistic Director Jaye Cummings is certainly not a newcomer to this industry and to instructing dance. She has
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Martin Luther King Jr. Day – Celebrating with Children
By SaratogaMama at January 13, 2012 | 1:02 pm | 0 Comment
We honor the birthday of civil rights leader Martin Luther King Jr. each year with a day off of school on the third Monday of January. Of course our children love this bonus day off and most parents enjoy a three-day weekend, but are we truly celebrating the life of this leader, or just enjoying a day off? On Monday in Saratoga Springs, there are several events that
Preschool: Options, Open Houses & Information
By SaratogaMama at January 9, 2012 | 10:41 pm | 0 Comment
Believe it or not, it's that time of year to start thinking about preschool, for next September 2012! We're fortunate to have tons of wonderful Saratoga Springs Preschool, options, but there are great schools in every neighborhood in Saratoga County. Check out SaratogaMama's complete list of Preschools in Saratoga County to find one near you. View SaratogaMama's
Yoga for Kids: Health, Happiness & Relaxation!
By SaratogaMama at December 14, 2011 | 11:04 pm | 0 Comment
SaratogaMama reader Kristen Dolan shares her experience and new found love for Yoga. She and her 4 year-old twins now take weekly classes and have discovered the many health benefits of yoga. Studies show that children gain many of the same benefits from yoga that adults do. Benefits such as body awareness, self-esteem, strength, flexibility and relaxation are all
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Featured Biz: Malta Montessori School
By SaratogaMama at November 27, 2011 | 6:06 pm | 0 Comment
Last January at the annual Preschool Fair that takes place at the Saratoga Springs Library, I visited the Malta Montessori School table and gathered some info. That next week I attended an open house there with my husband and son Robby. We were very impressed and eager to learn more about the Montessori philosophy. When you attend an open house or visit a school
All About: Car Seat Safety
By SaratogaMama at October 26, 2011 | 10:19 pm | 0 Comment
Ilissa Goman of Binx shares some important info on Car Seat Safety. Since October is Child Safety Month, and I am a certified Child Passenger Safety Technician, I’d like to share some easy tips on keeping your kids safe in the car. This past spring, the American Academy of Pediatrics changed its recommendation that infants be rear facing until age one & 20lbs, at
Selecting A Preschool: Part One
By SaratogaMama at October 24, 2011 | 9:54 pm | 0 Comment
Mary Hogan is a preschool teacher at St. Mary's School in Ballston Spa. She's sharing some knowledge on preschool shopping with us. You can contact the school to schedule a visit at 885-7300, or visit their website for more information. _________________________________________________________________________________ Hopefully I can help and provide a little insight
Featured Biz: Little Sweeties Early Care & Learning
By SaratogaMama at October 24, 2011 | 9:38 pm | 0 Comment
Welcome to Little Sweetie's Early Care and Learning; where our goal is to privide each child with age-appropriate activities in a secure, kind and warm environment in which they can explore, develop and create. We emphasize the social and emotional well-being of your child, as well as discovery through learning activities and imaginative play. We offer an
Featured Biz: Learning to Know Daycare
By SaratogaMama at October 15, 2011 | 5:20 pm | 0 Comment
I'd like you all to meet Clifton Park's newest childcare option: Learning to Know Educational Center. Learning to Know is a brand new, licensed facility located next to Tiny Tots Tearoom in Clifton Park. In addition to offering full daycare services for ages 2 and up, the center focuses on fostering a love of learning in each student. Students learn to follow
