Many people think that there isn’t much of a difference in the type of classroom furniture that is used. However, this is not the case, especially where younger children are concerned. There are various types of classroom furniture that have been made available to help promote and encourage learning in younger children, some of which...Read More

Thanks to the digital age, there is information at our fingertips. Unfortunately, not all of this information is positive, and even very young children are exposed to negative media. If your preschool-aged child comes to you with questions about school violence, you may be curious about the best way to handle it. Here are some...Read More

For many families, preschool marks the very first occasion in which kids are separated from mom and dad and instead surrounded by peers. Though this can be a troublesome time and lead to significant separation anxiety, there are things you can do to ensure your child has a wonderful preschool experience. Look for the following...Read More

With technology taking education over at a rapid rate, more parents than ever are keen to provide their kids with every available tool to ensure success. The 5 educational apps below have not only received a thumbs-up from teachers; Pre-K students also thoroughly enjoy using them. 1. Starfall ABCs This early learning app is fantastic...Read More

One of the best ways for young kids to learn about the world around them is by taking fun and educational field trips to various destinations. If you have been tasked with the project of finding great field trip destinations for kids of Pre-K or Pre-School age, the list below will help get you started....Read More

Virtually every parent knows how important it is to read to their Pre-K and Pre-School kids regularly. However, when it comes to choosing age- and subject-appropriate books, many parents find themselves feeling overwhelmed at the sheer selection of reading material that is available. Below are five of the most popular books available for kids in...Read More

Who would have thought that by 2017, the first East Lake Academy graduating class would be in their senior year of college? In this monumental year we celebrate our graduates, their families and a time-tested curriculum with proven results.  Graduates from East Lake Academy consistently attend high schools of their choice and go on to...Read More

Parents living in the Lake Bluff, Lake Forest, and Libertyville area have plenty of choices when it comes to their child’s care during the daytime hours. There are babysitters, there are daycare centers, and there are preschools and pre-K programs everywhere. If you have decided to enroll your child in a pre-K program at East...Read More

Preschool-aged children can experience some separation anxiety during the school year, and this is especially true if they have never been in such a setting before. Though these children will need some time to adjust to a new routine, where they must leave home and spend their days with other children their same age, sometimes...Read More

The Advent wreath is part of a longstanding Catholic tradition. Advent is a time to stir up our faith in the Lord and prepare for Christmas in a special way. Second graders made their Advent wreath today. Teaching and practicing Catholic traditions is a integral part of Catholic Education and is instrumental in forming the whole child. ...Read More