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Thank you to the generosity of those who gave during Give Local this past week. If you missed this online event there are still several...

Over time, encourage your child to do more on his/her own and promote independence. It might be easier and quicker for you to put your...

Look for opportunities to demonstrate how words can be used in various situations. Here are three specific examples: 1. If your child...

Give Local is almost here! It's that time to give to local organizations that support our region. Learning Starts Early is committed to...

While three-to five-year-olds have varying levels of social skills, the following checklist will give you an idea of the things most...

Comparing and sorting items helps children identify and describe relationships -a skill that's necessary for more complex math learning.

Give your child a reading foundation. Here are a few fun ways to practice letters and sounds: 1. Read an alphabet book. Talk about each...

Encourage your child to use short sentences by expanding on what he/she has said. When your child talks to you, respond back using your...

At this stage, what your child says is more important than how it is said. It's okay if your child doesn't say all sounds correctly, but...

Practice speech with your child. Talk throughout the day about the things you see and do together. Here are a few ideas of things to talk...

Today, we are sharing 8 great tips you can actively do to help your child improve his or her communication skills: 1. Talk with your...

Let's work on communication skills! There is a wide range of what's considered an appropriate level of communication for three-to...

Fauquier's Head Start classroom received a 'Box of Books' sponsored by the non-profit Learning Starts Early. HS Executive Director Pat...

Did you know that every time you shop on Amazon you could be supporting a Fauquier county non-profit or charity of your choice? Amazon...

As we near the end of the first month of 2022, we are still reflecting on accomplishments made in 2021. Here are a few memorable moments...

We ran the 5k on the 20th of November, ate a Thanksgiving meal on the 25th and with a little breathing room we are celebrating the...

We are overjoyed each year by all who show their support for LSE cause by running in our annual Gobble, Gobble, Run or Wobble race. 2021...

You can now connect with Learning Starts Early on Facebook. We launched our new Facebook page this past week. Posts on the platform will...

Virginia’s First Lady Pamela Northam recently celebrated Learning Starts Early and Saint James’ Episcopal Church and School for their...