What is motherese? Some people seem to be familiar with this term while others have never heard of it. To me it sounds a bit formal. However, it simply means “baby talk”. Motherese brings with it the idea that it is…
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Lego is an all time favorite activity in my house, in fact it has been since my kids were 3 and 5 years old! Nowadays, you can buy an infinite amount of Lego based on a variety of different themes….
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A kids pretend play market or grocery store is a wonderful way to encourage pretend play, creativity and imagination. Your child will be learning many new skills without even realizing it! You could set out to explicitly teach your child…
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Preschool (and toddler) learning puzzles were one of my “go to” toys when I was practicing as a Speech-Language Pathologist. My children also had quite the collection of beginner puzzles. This article will review some different types of toddler and…
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Since there are so many types of blocks available I have narrowed this article down to the 10 Best Wooden Block sets for kids. Blocks are great toys for open ended learning. A child can play for hours with blocks and the outcome…
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Everyday I hear and read about parents comparing their toddler’s abilities to name shapes, recite the alphabet, count to 100, and label/identify a vast array of colors. I’m sure these parents mean well and want the best for their child,…
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Pretty much anything that can go into water can also double as bath toys toddlers will love. For most toddlers, bath time is an enjoyable event; however for some, being in the bath can be quite traumatic. If your child is not a fan…
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Children are experiencing some of the highest levels of stress pediatric health officials have ever seen. School curriculum in the early years is moving away from play, focusing more on academics. More academics replaced recess and movement. Children tread water…
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