Sneak peek: Summer activities for kids don't have to involve a lot of camps or scheduled outings. Simple, classic ideas for summer fun that …
Play-Based Learning
Preschool is Going Online: Why This is a Huge Mistake
Sneak peek: Online preschool is becoming more common in some areas. Discover why this misguided approach is squandering young children's …
Age-Appropriate (and Fun) Toys that Won’t Give You Buyer’s Regret {ages birth-10}
📖 Sneak peek: Choosing age-appropriate toys for your children that they will actually like is not always easy. Using a few child development …
How to Give Your Child a 1980s Childhood {and it’s backed by research!}
Sneak peak: Many of us have fond memories of growing up in the 80s and want our kids to experience some of that freedom and exploration. A …
The Hidden Effect of Early Childhood Education
{Preschool doesn't change kids' IQ. The benefits of early childhood education are much more subtle but no less impactful.} I …
The Fallacy of Early Academics: What is Lost When We Push Too Hard
Sneak peek: There are many misconceptions when it comes to understanding why preschool matters for young children. While pressures remain to …
Why NOT Playing It Safe All the Time is Good For Kids’ Development
Sneak peek: Kids need a bit of "risky play" to learn about themselves and their limits. How we can learn to let kids find their limits? If …
Why Play is Still the Best Way to Spark Your Child’s Development
Sneak peek: The importance of play in child development can't be overstated. Research-backed benefits of play for children's …
Are Our Boys Failing or Are We Failing Our Boys? Research Behind the “Boy Achievement Crisis”
As a boy mom myself, I always bristle a little when I hear media reports of a "boy achievement crisis." Every few months it seems we hear …