Bethesda Reggio

Can your child count to 10?

This small math milestone matters more than most parents realize, especially before kindergarten starts.

At Bethesda Reggio, we build math skills through play, not worksheets.

Curious what a typical math activity looks like at our school? Read more here.
https://www.bethesdareggio.com/post/how-to-measure-kindergarten-readiness

Talking to your baby, even without expecting a response, does more than you'd think.

Changes in pitch, rhythm, and volume help babies start connecting sound to meaning long before they can form actual words, laying the foundation for communication down the road.

What's the most expressive sound your baby makes right now?
https://www.parents.com/how-to-encourage-your-childs-language-development-11709296

Does your child ask "why" about literally everything lately?

That relentless curiosity might be one of the clearest signs they're ready for preschool. Kids who explore, question, and get excited about new discoveries tend to build stronger cognitive and social skills once they start.

Want to know the other signs to look for? Read more here.
https://www.bethesdareggio.com/post/3-common-signs-your-child-is-ready-for-preschool

There's a reason paper planes never really go out of style with preschoolers, and it's not just the fun of throwing something.

Folding builds fine motor skills, while the throw itself works arm strength and coordination.

Curious about more simple activities like this one? Read more here.
https://www.parents.com/gross-motor-skills-activities-for-preschoolers-8645233

Did you know the best time for your child's brain to absorb a second language is happening right now, not in high school?

Bilingual preschools use games, songs, and creative play to build vocabulary in two languages at once, and kids barely notice they're "studying."

Curious how a bilingual preschool experience works? Read more here.
https://www.bethesdareggio.com/post/3-reasons-preschool-is-important-for-your-child

Pairing words with movement makes language stick faster.

That's the whole idea behind TPR (Total Physical Response), the method we use to teach Spanish through songs, storytelling, and exercise. It turns language learning into something kids feel, not just hear.

Curious about our methodology? Visit our website.
https://www.bethesdareggio.com/afterschool

There are 5 skills kids need before kindergarten, and full sentence communication tops the list for a reason.

It sounds simple, but it lays the groundwork for everything from following instructions to making friends.

Want to see the other four? Discover all the skills here.
https://www.bethesdareggio.com/post/5-skills-your-child-will-need-for-kindergarten

Did you know the benefits of bilingualism follow kids well into adulthood, even reducing dementia risk decades later?

Beyond just learning two languages, bilingual environments also tend to build stronger social skills and adaptability.

What's one skill you hope a bilingual environment builds in your child?
https://bilingualkidspot.com/2023/12/15/benefits-bilingual-nursery/

Did you know...

The longer a child is immersed in a second language, the deeper their connection to it becomes, culturally and linguistically. Starting early in nursery school gives kids a head start that's hard to replicate later.

Want to see how immersion works day to day? Visit our website.
https://www.bethesdareggio.com/post/4-benefits-to-learning-a-second-language-in-nursery-school

Did you know that simply narrating what you're doing while cooking or driving can make a real difference in raising a bilingual child?

Small, consistent moments add up more than any formal lesson could: bedtime routines, errands, everyday chatter.

Read more here.
https://bilingualkidspot.com/2025/08/08/why-child-wont-speak-minority-language-tips/