{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 few …
Play-Based Learning
Why Play is Still the Best Way to Spark Your Child’s Development
{The importance of play in child development can't be overstated. Research-backed benefits of play for children's development.} If you've …
Common Misconceptions of Early Learning: The Case of Online Preschools
{Online preschool is becoming more common in some areas. Discover why this misguided approach is squandering young children's …
What to Look for in a Preschool: Learning Activities that Matter
{What preschool learning activities make a difference for young children? Learn why play in preschool is really brain-building} You walk …
Why Art and Crafts for Boys Still Matter for Child Development
As most of you know I am boy mom. Two boys and they are, as we say in west Texas (where I was raised), "all boy." All the gender …
Why Guided Play is the Secret to Playtime with Your Kids
{How you can use guided play to maximize education and fun for you and your child} "Mom, I want a combine to play with like the one in …
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 …
Want Your Kids to Learn Problem-Solving? Let Them Play! {Plus a Ninja Book Review}
If you have been reading this blog for any length of time, you have probably picked up on the idea that learning through play is really at …
20+ Ways to Keep Summer Fun, Relaxing, and Easy (for Parents and Kids)
The countdown to summer is on! In our area, school ends next week. For most people around the country, it will end sometime in the next few …
