One of the main reasons why people choose to install X10 automation and security products in their homes or offices is because of the convenience these devices have to offer. Now, with the X10 HR12A Hand Remote 3 Pack, you can benefit from even more convenience without even having to get up and walk across […]
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What Today’s Families Look for in a Swim School, Part 3
Running a successful swim school in today’s competitive market involves a lot of different factors. As we mentioned in our first and second articles, maintaining attractive, user-friendly and clean facilities is critical to attracting and retaining students. Offering quick, easy online enrollment, registration and billing options is another key element. But none of those secondary […]
What Today’s Families Look for in a Swim School, Part 2
When it comes to attracting students to your swim school, the look of your facilities can either serve as a help or a hindrance. We’ve already mentioned (see Part 1) the importance of making sure your pool area has attractive landscaping, plenty of shade and comfortable seating. Another point we raised was using bright, fun […]
What Today’s Families Look for in a Swim School, Part 1
Perhaps you remember a time when the only factor a parent would think about when choosing a swim school was how close it was to home. Nowadays, distance is just one of many considerations parents have, and it’s not always even very high up on their list of priorities. In fact, today’s parents are often […]
Safety Features for Your Swimming Pool: Putting Up Fences
As important as a safety cover is for your swimming pool, the most significant safety measure you can take is probably a swimming pool fence. Depending on your local ordinances, you may even be required by law to have a fence around your pool. By erecting multiple barriers to accidental drowning, you can help ensure […]
Poolside Safety Tips for Babies, Part 3
Is there anything that brings more smiles this summer than a happy baby safely splashing around in the water? If you’ll be delighting in that particular joy this swimming pool season, you’ll want to make sure to take the steps needed to ensure that your backyard pool is a safe place for babies and that […]
Poolside Safety Tips for Babies, Part 2
Just like babies bring extra smiles to all areas of life, they can also bring extra splashes and fun to your swimming pool this summer! However, they can also create added risks, such as drowning and contamination (see Part 1). As long as you take the necessary precautions to keep your baby safe in and […]
Poolside Safety Tips for Babies, Part 1
Unlike the many added hazards that taking your baby to the beach involves, your backyard swimming pool can be a great place to hang out with your baby! Offering multi-sensory stimulation and a chance to engage in play, the pool offers plenty for the baby and toddler set; however, it also includes a few extra […]
Teaching Children to Develop a Sense of Humor Encourages Healthy Growth, Part 2
Throughout the world, it has long been believed that laughter is like good medicine for the soul. In our first article in this mini series, we took a look at some of the reasons why developing a sense of humor is extremely valuable. Child care center directors and educators should seek creative ways to instill […]
Teaching Children to Develop a Sense of Humor Encourages Healthy Growth, Part 1
When we’re going through a stressful time, a little bit of humor can help lift our spirits. It can add a bit of sunshine to the dreariest of days. That’s why learning how to incorporate and appreciate humorous situations in your workplace is so important, especially if you run a child care center. Children thrive […]