​Daddy, I love you
For all that you do.
I'll kiss you and hug you
Because you love me, too.
You feed me and need me
to teach you to play.
So smile because I love you
on this and every single day!

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​The educators and experts in childhood development at Kangaroo Clubhouse know that all parents want their children to receive the best opportunities and care available. As a focused center for childcare and learning, your child's advancement and development are of the utmost importance. All children are capable of greatness, and their capacity for learning and growth can sometimes be surprising, even to professionals.
 
While every child has unique needs and aptitudes, there's real truth in that you don't know until you try. Extracurricular activities give children and students the ability to step outside of their previous experiences to discover new strengths.

Discover the importance of extracurricular activities, and how they can help your child excel!

Socialization 
Studies have shown that emotional intelligence is often more valuable and a better indicator of success than IQ. While that doesn't diminish the significance of education, it does shed light on just how helpful social interaction can be. Learning to play together, enjoy group activities, follow instructions, and better appreciate and understand the emotions of other are all immensely beneficial. From the playground to the boardroom, socialization is key.

Exercise 
Extracurricular activities don't always have to take place indoors, and they don't have to avoid sweating! Sports can be a great way to practice team building, develop motor skills, and work up a sweat. Exercise is great for overall health and well-being, but it also has other perks. A sense of accomplishment is just one of them, but learning how to be a good sport is perhaps even more valuable.
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Development 
What does everything stated so far have in common? Childhood development includes a whole host of factors, including the sociological, biological, and cognitive. All of those can take advantage of extracurricular activities, whether it's team based, solo, or in small groups. If you want your child to grow as a person and as a student, making the most out of extracurriculars is a great idea.

Don't underestimate the importance of extracurricular activities. Your child can have fun, learn, and grow all at the same time!

​We will be closed Monday, May 28th in observance of Memorial Day. We take this day to honor the memory of service members and their families who have sacrificed to protect our freedom. Normal hours will resume on Tuesday, May 29th.

​Review the alphabet with your children and explore the many places people and animals call home. From apartments to castles, spider webs to tunnels, children will discover many cozy places full of life. They will learn how to be helpers and contribute to a community by welcoming guests, being good hosts and cleaning up from A to Z.

We would like to invite you to a Muffins with Mom gathering this Friday 5/11!
Who: Moms, Grandmas, Aunts or Sisters 
What: We would like to thank all the important women in our student's lives for always supporting them! Muffins and juice/coffee will be served.
When/Where: Between 7-9 am at your drop off time on Friday 5/11.

The Kangaroo Clubhouse centers are currently the only centers in Idaho with a WatchMeGrow camera system! We are so excited to offer family access to our classroom cameras. This is something we have wanted to offer for a long time and we finally were able to make the investment into this amazing feature for YOU, our amazing Kangaroo families! We truly hope you and your family enjoy and benefit from this feature. 

There is nothing like seeing your little one smiling, playing, and being independent at school. Here's what else we know about using WatchMeGrow to stay connected: 

​Of course WatchMeGrow is awesome, but it's hard to know how your child is doing through video alone. If you have questions about your child's progress, schedule some time to have a conversation at your center with your child's teacher or the center director.

​According to WatchMeGrow statistics, parents log in for an average of 7 minutes per day. This means most parents are logging in a few times, for a few minutes, to check in, smile, then carry on with their day.

Need help with your WatchMeGrow account?
WatchMeGrow has a friendly support team for you Monday-Friday, 6am-5pm PST.

• ​​Email support@watchmegrow.com 
• Call 1.800.483.5597
• Or Contact WatchMeGrow Here