Parenting is incredibly rewarding, but it can also lead to stress and burnout. There is significant societal pressure to embrace and...

Why Movement Matters for Language At first glance, gross motor skills and language development may seem unrelated. Gross motor skills...

We are thrilled to share some exciting news: Philadelphia Chinese Academy (PCA) has been named a 2025 Family Favorite Honoree by Philly...

Imagine Your Child’s First Day You’ve just arrived at a brand new job. You don’t know anyone. Some of your colleagues seem to speak in a...

Why Perfectionism and Parenting Don’t Mix Voltaire famously said, “Perfection is the enemy of the good.” While he wasn’t talking about...

Adjusting to the world is a daunting task for young children. They are learning everything —language, routines, school rules, toilet...

Teaching a child to share can be challenging, but it’s an essential skill for social development and long-term happiness. Sharing enables...

Why Transitions Can Be Stressful for Toddlers From the moment toddlers wake up, their day is a series of transitions—many of which are...

Understanding Aggressive Behavior Regardless of how peaceful, loving, supportive, empathetic, patient, and kind we are as parents,...

Understanding Emotional Outbursts in Young Children Young children are naturally emotional, and understandably so. They have limited...

“Am I praising my child too much and inflating their ego?” “Am I withholding compliments and risking their self-esteem?” These are common...

If you’ve ever spent time with a tired toddler, you know the impact of insufficient sleep. 😴 Cranky, contrary, and miserable—these are...

Ok, maybe  not as easy as 1-2-3, but we do offer three key strategies to help parents and children navigate this challenging phase. Potty...

Art is more than an afternoon activity or colorful pictures on a page; it’s a transformative experience that opens up a world for...

Philadelphia Chinese Academy invites you to discover our Mandarin Immersion Montessori school! Our Open House will take place on...

Philadelphia Chinese Academy is excited to share with you an awesome tour that will be hosted by one of our own PCA parents Florence this...

"The greatest sign of success for a teacher is to be able to say, "The children are now working as if I didn't exist." - Maria Montessori...

Philadelphia Chinese Academy invites you to discover our expanded Mandarin immersion Montessori school location! Our Open House will be...

Looking for Mandarin Chinese songs that your child will love? Braintree Language presents its first Mandarin Chinese music album, "A...

Some experts suggest that “the sooner the better” for early childhood education. There is no silver bullet for a lifetime of personal and...