COA Blog, Stories & Resources
Explore insights, updates, and helpful resources from the Children of America community. Here you’ll find content for families and educators, the latest COA news, and information for developers and partners—all designed to support children, families, and those who help them grow.
For Families
Public Pre-K Is Expanding Fast. So Is the Evidence It Doesn’t Work.
Families•Jul 12, 2026
Universal pre-K is one of the most popular ideas in American education policy right now, and New Jersey, New York, Illinois, and Virginia are all in the middle of expanding it. New Jersey just… Read more
What Should You Know Before Putting Your Child in Preschool or Daycare?
Families•Apr 14, 2026
A Parent’s Guide to Feeling Confident Before the First Day Enrolling your child in preschool or daycare for the first time is a major milestone, and it is completely normal to have questions… Read more
The Benefits of High-Quality Early Childhood Education: What the Research Actually Shows
Families•Apr 14, 2026
How the first five years shape a lifetime of learning, and what families should look for in a program The science is settled on one thing: the years before kindergarten are among the most… Read more
How Much Does Tuition Cost at Children of America?
Families•Apr 14, 2026
Understanding Childcare Cost and the Value of Educational Childcare When families begin searching for childcare or preschool, one of the first questions they ask is a practical one: how much does… Read more
For Educators
What Are the Most Important Skills and Qualities of a Great Early Childhood Teacher?
Educators•Apr 16, 2026
Five Qualities That Define Exceptional Educators in Early Childhood Education Great early childhood teachers do not just show up and follow a lesson plan. They shape how children see themselves… Read more
How Does the Mind & Body Matters Curriculum Benefit Teachers?
Educators•Apr 16, 2026
How a Structured, Whole-Child Curriculum Helps Early Childhood Educators Plan Better, Teach with Confidence, and Make a Greater Impact A great curriculum does not just benefit children. It… Read more
How Does Children of America Give Back to the Families It Serves?
Educators•Apr 16, 2026
How the Pryor Family Foundation Extends COA’s Mission Beyond the Classroom Children of America has been serving working families since 1997. For more than 35 years, our schools have provided… Read more
Nutrition
What Are the Best Summer Fruits and Vegetables for Growing Kids?
Nutrition•Jul 15, 2026
Why summer is the best time of year to build a lifelong love of fresh produce in your child Jai-Lin Garrett (Coach Jai), CNC, CWC | Children of America’s Nutritionist I think we can all agree… Read more
What Are the Best Healthy Snacks for Toddlers and Preschoolers?
Nutrition•Jun 17, 2026
How to make snack time work harder for your child’s growth, energy, and development Jai-Lin Garrett (Coach Jai), CNC, CWC | Children of America’s Nutritionist With a child’s energy demands and… Read more
What Are the Best Fruits and Vegetables to Introduce in Spring?
Nutrition•Jun 17, 2026
Why the season you are in is one of the best tools you have for feeding your child well Jai-Lin Garrett, CNC, CWC | Children of America Nutritionist Did you know that all of the produce you see in a… Read more
How Much Water Does My Child Actually Need Each Day?
Nutrition•Jun 17, 2026
The simple truth about keeping your child hydrated and why it matters more than most parents realize Jai-Lin Garrett, CNC, CWC | Children of America Nutritionist You would think water would be… Read more
How Do I Know If My Child Is Eating Enough Throughout the Day?
Nutrition•Jun 17, 2026
What to actually pay attention to when you are not sure if your child is getting enough food Jai-Lin Garrett (Coach Jai), CNC, CWC | Children of America’s Nutritionist I am going to be honest… Read more
Does Sugar Really Affect My Child’s Mood and Behavior?
Nutrition•Jun 17, 2026
What the research actually says, and what’s really going on when your child melts down after a sweet treat Jai-Lin Garrett, CNC, CWC | Children of America Nutritionist Have you ever watched your… Read more
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