It’s true, thinking of your young child “helping” in the kitchen is not a pleasant thought for many parents, including myself. It’s difficult not to think about the mess they may cause, or the safety aspect. However, life skills activities…
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As parents and educators, we all want to give our preschoolers the best possible start in life. And one of the best ways to promote their creativity, fine motor skills, and social interaction is through sensory play activities. The trouble…
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Father’s Day will be here before you know it! Why not forgo the gifts and try some fun and memorable Father’s Day Activities that will also promote hands on learning for the kids! It can be really hard to come…
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Children love to play, and we have all seen the joy and excitement on their faces when they are engaged in their favorite activities. Did you know that play offers more than just fun? It provides various cognitive benefits that…
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These edible playdough recipes are perfect for babies and toddlers! Playdough is a great sensory and learning experience for both babies (8 months and up) and toddlers. I love that all of these playdough recipes are made without cream of…
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Young children require attention and nurturing, but in a way that makes them feel eager to explore and learn. Unfortunately, many parents let their kids use smartphones and tablets hoping that they’ll keep them in check, so they won’t have…
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Being a parent is both a huge responsibility and a wonderful gift – because, from day one, you are there to help them grow up and learn about the world around them. For many of us, we aren’t trained teachers…
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Kids costumes for Halloween are so versatile and many are basically dress up clothes! Costumes are a great way for kids to really get into pretend play scenarios. Did you know that there are 100’s of kids dress up clothes…
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