Play-Based Learning

Are Our Boys Failing or Are We Failing Our Boys? Research Behind the “Boy Achievement Crisis”

Play-Based Learning · January 12, 2017

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 …

Sneak peek: Parents often ask what to look for in a preschool. This post can be your guide for what questions to ask on a preschool tour. …

Sneak peek: There are many misconceptions when it comes to understanding a play based learning approach in preschool. While pressures remain …

Sneak peek: In a sea of toddler toys, which ones best promote children's development and learning? Research helps provide us with some …

{We all want to help our kids prevent the "summer slide," but educational summer activities for kids don't have to be boring worksheets. A …

Typically, each year my kids get excited about comic book day that happens in May. This year, with COVID-19 restrictions on stores in place, …

Play-Based Learning · February 28, 2017

{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 …

Play-Based Learning · January 24, 2020

{Looking for a preschool tour checklist to guide you as you visit schools? This checklist helps parents pick the perfect preschool for their …

{Finding art and crafts for boys can be challenging. Learning more about how children doing art benefits their development has helped us …