https://www.keepcrunchy.com2025-04-02 04:09:00https://www.keepcrunchy.com/crunchy-parenting-blogs/nurturing-young-minds-the-power-of-nature-based-learning-in-early-childhoodAt Green Garden Child Development Centers, we believe that some of the best classrooms don’t have walls—they have dirt, dandelions, and endless sky. Our nature-based approach helps children explore, create, and grow in the great outdoors—because learning sticks when it’s hands-on and heart-first. From counting pinecones to planting gardens, every day is a new adventure rooted in wonder. 💚2020-06-16 00:00:00https://www.keepcrunchy.com/crunchy-parenting-blogs/baby-it-s-cold-outside-outdoor-play-during-winterAs the colder weather settles in sometimes we as adults find it hard to take children outside and play.2020-04-15 00:00:00https://www.keepcrunchy.com/crunchy-parenting-blogs/what-is-body-autonomyBody autonomy is the right for an individual to administer what happens to their body without outside impact or pressure.2020-03-04 00:00:00https://www.keepcrunchy.com/crunchy-parenting-blogs/breathing-techniquesEach Green Garden classroom utilizes breathing techniques during moments of high emotion and behavioral situations.2020-01-15 00:00:00https://www.keepcrunchy.com/crunchy-parenting-blogs/bug-explorationAs adults, we may have fears of our own when it comes to different bugs. If we are not careful we can pass our fears or dislike of bugs on to the children in our care, causing them to be afraid or dislike bugs as well.2020-06-16 00:00:00https://www.keepcrunchy.com/continued/baby-it-s-cold-outside-outdoor-play-during-winterA large part of what parents and staff do is build trusting relationships with children. How we respond to their physical, emotional, and verbal cues helps build strong bonds and relationships, letting the children know that we are there for them.2020-04-15 00:00:00https://www.keepcrunchy.com/continued/what-is-body-autonomyConflict resolution is important in early education because children learn how to listen to others. They become more aware of their needs, learn how to communicate their thoughts and feelings in a respectful way, and feel inspired to think creatively to search for solutions.2020-03-04 00:00:00https://www.keepcrunchy.com/continued/breathing-techniquesOn a daily basis children hear the word " no " often. Sometimes what adults are saying no to are safety concerns, but other times adults are saying no because we view the activity as wasteful (such as when they are squeezing out all the glue), messy (playing in mud), do not understand the learning that is happening (throwing or dropping items repeatedly), or it is convenient for us to say no. Green Garden is a Yes Environment. But what exactly does this mean?2020-01-15 00:00:00https://www.keepcrunchy.com/continued/bug-explorationWith all the magic of the holidays, children can become overwhelmed and overtired, stressed, anxious, frustrated, and cranky as the change in their routine and the busyness can throw off most children. Here are some easy steps you and your family can take to help ensure you have the best holidays and family times in the upcoming days.