Sensory Development

Simple and Enchanting Holiday Activities That Spark Preschool Learning

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The holiday season brings with it a special wonder of twinkling lights, cozy gatherings, and magical moments. These moments are prime opportunities to support children’s development through simple activities that will keep their brains and their hands engaged. Perfect for supporting their early childhood development, whether children attend daycare, preschool, or stay home with parents […]

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Outdoor Winter Play Ideas for Preschoolers

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Bundle Up & Head Out: 10 Outdoor Winter Activities to Keep Littles Engaged and Busy Unlike polar bears, toddlers and preschoolers do not hibernate for the colder months so the play doesn’t stop! Rather than shifting playtime to 24 hours a day of indoor activities, add a layer and some gloves and move the play

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Baby-Led Weaning: Building Healthy Habits

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To Puree or Not to Puree As new parents will quickly come to realize, there are a thousand choices to make when it comes to child’s early childhood education and development–food introduction being one of those decisions. What food do you start with? do you begin with purees? soft foods? oatmeal?…the list goes on and

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Chomp! Helping Toddlers Move Beyond Biting

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Addressing Biting within the Home, Daycare or Childcare Setting It happens fast: a joyous moment or frustrating situation quickly turns to horror with the shock of a sudden bite. Within the world of early childhood education, biting is a typical stage seen by parents and educators alike. Addressing this behavior in the moment is easier

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Intentionality and Screentime for Preschoolers

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Even from an early age, screens are entrancing. The different lights, storylines, colors, and sounds are all captivating—and easily accessible from a big screen tv to a tiny handheld device that can go anywhere with you. With screens now literally at our fingertips at most points of the day, it is important to take a

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Chilling Through the Summer

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Keeping Cool in the Summer Heat` When the summer sun is blazing and the temps rise, parents and caregivers need a battle plan to manage their preschoolers playful, plentiful energy. Summer play doesn’t have to be a break from learning and developing, either!  Below are some kid-approved ways to beat the heat while also nurturing

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Growing Children and Gardens

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There’s something truly special about watching a child witness nature firsthand. From digging their small fingers into the dirt, planting a tiny seed, and watching that little seed sprout and come to life—getting to share the wonder of nature with them is nothing short of magical. It goes way beyond pretty flowers and home-grown vegetables,

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Simple Spring-Time Activities for You and Your Preschooler

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Welcome in the New Season with your Preschooler Spring is coming! Or, if not coming quite yet, is just around the corner. After a long winter of cold mornings, cloudy sunshine and bare trees, the Earth is shifting us back towards warmer days! With the warmth brings the opportunities for all kinds of new adventures

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