Parent Resources

Advice from the classroom.

Our teachers write about what they see every day: child development, school readiness, feeding toddlers, and the questions Nashville parents ask most.

Cozy classroom book corner with picture books and stuffed animals
School ReadinessMay 28, 2026

How to Prepare Your Child for Their First Day of Preschool

The weeks before preschool are full of excitement and anxiety — for parents and children alike. Here are the research-backed strategies our Pre-K lead uses with her own classroom families.

By Ms. Brianna Patel

Loose-parts play station with natural and recycled materials
CurriculumMay 14, 2026

The Benefits of Reggio-Inspired Learning

Everyone talks about Reggio Emilia — but what does it actually look like in a Nashville preschool classroom? Our Preschool Prep lead breaks down the philosophy and why it produces better outcomes.

By Mr. Tomás Ramos

Toddler playing with wooden blocks and sensory toys
Child DevelopmentApril 30, 2026

Screen Time Guidelines for Toddlers: What the Research Says

The AAP updated its guidelines in 2024. Our toddler room lead synthesizes the current research into practical, guilt-free guidance for parents of 1–3 year olds.

By Ms. Keondra Williams

Colorful and healthy children's meals arranged on a table
NutritionApril 16, 2026

Packing a Nut-Free Lunch Your Toddler Will Actually Eat

Nut-free doesn't have to mean boring. After 13 years of feeding 50+ toddlers daily in our campus kitchen, we've accumulated the definitive nut-free lunch list.

By Ms. Patricia Huang

Teacher greeting children with a warm welcome in the morning
Child DevelopmentMarch 27, 2026

Separation Anxiety in Young Children: A Teacher's Perspective

After 6 years in the infant room, I've seen every type of goodbye. Here's what actually helps — and what parents do that (accidentally) makes it harder.

By Ms. Yuki Nakamura

Kindergarten classroom with alphabet posters and learning materials
School ReadinessMarch 10, 2026

What Kindergarten Teachers Wish Parents Knew

Before joining Sunflower, I spent 3 years in Metro Nashville kindergarten classrooms. The gap between what parents think matters and what actually matters for kindergarten readiness is wide — and fixable.

By Ms. Brianna Patel

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