These days, children are drawn to electronic devices so why not use them as an educational tool? There are plenty of options that are both entertaining and educational. We’ve compiled a list of the top five apps that you can download to any phone or tablet. 1. PBS Kids Daniel Tiger’s Storybooks The Daniel Tiger’s Storybooks app contains interactive stories…

Dr. Gail Matthews, a psychology professor at Dominican University in California, conducted a study revealing that 43 percent of people who regularly write down their goals are more likely to achieve them. The team at Lake Forrest Prep believes goal setting is an important skill for younger children, and we have a few tips for how to teach them: Step…

Please join us Saturday, January 27th from 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. for our Open House where you can check out the next grade level your child/children will be entering for the 2018-2019 school year.  This event is for current and prospective families! You can meet the teachers, get information about the curriculum, and pick up your registration materials. Your child/children are…

Spending one-on-one time with your tweens is extremely important. Not only does this give parents a chance to bond with their children, but it allows both the parent and child to get to know each other’s likes and dislikes. Take Pictures Whether you have a camera or a cell phone, you and your tween can spend some time doing a…

It isn’t hard for children to accumulate a lot of toys. Unfortunately, if the items don’t have a set place where they can be stored away when not in use, it can leave the room looking messy and unkempt. We’re here to offer a few tips and tricks that parents can utilize to help their little ones declutter to reclaim…

The University of Florida’s IFAS Extension states that a child’s development is positively affected when families dine together at least four times per week. This institute of higher learning also points out that family dinners increase a student’s chances of graduating from high school, as well as reduce the risks of teens abusing drugs. Here are three ways you can…

It’s exciting when everyone contributes a dish to the family’s holiday meals, and there’s no reason to leave children out of this fun tradition! Here are some of our favorite holiday dishes simple enough for the little ones to whip up. Cranberry Raisin Salad To make this popular appetizer, have your child fill a bowl ¾ of the way with…

According to AAA, 48.7 million Americans travel to celebrate holidays with loved ones. The staff at Lake Forrest Prep is here to help alleviate the stress of traveling with young children through these tips and tricks! Select Travel Dates and Times Carefully Call the airline ahead of time to find out what the busiest travel days are and opt to…