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Hi everyone! This past Friday, the children had a wonderful time learning about the important role bankers play in our community and exploring early financial literacy concepts. We began our discussion by asking, “What is a bank?” One thoughtful response was, “It’s where people go to get money or put it away.” We looked at a picture of the inside of a bank and talked about who the bankers might be. The children noticed details like “the lady behind the computer” and “the lady

How We Nurture Confidence, Curiosity, and Critical Thinking from Infant to Elementary In a world changing faster than ever, the most important gift we can give children is not just knowledge — but the ability to think. At Olive Children, we believe independence is not about doing things alone. It is about learning how to think, question, problem-solve, and reflect with confidence. The Image of the Child: Capable from the Start Inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy, we see

Culture, Inquiry, and Children’s Thinking At our Reggio-inspired center, celebrations are not simply events — they are opportunities for children to construct meaning, connect to culture, and express their understanding of the world. Chinese New Year offers a beautiful context for this kind of learning: rich in symbols, stories, sounds, textures, and traditions that invite curiosity and dialogue. Following Children’s Questions Rather than beginning with instruction, we begin