{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 …
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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 …
Laid Back Summer Activities That You and Your Kids Will Enjoy
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 …
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 …
“Aren’t They Just Playing?” The Subtle (but Amazing) Way Play-Based Preschool Ignites Learning
Sneak peek: There are many misconceptions when it comes to understanding play-based learning and preschool. While pressures remain to enroll …
The Developmental Benefits of Dress-Up Play
{For kids, playing dress up is just fun, but child development research shows us that it really is educational. The benefits of dress-up …
Why Play is Still the Best Way to Spark Your Child’s Development
Sneak peek: The importance of free play in child development can't be overstated. Research-backed benefits of play for children's …
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 …
Want to Promote Executive Functioning Skills in Your Kids? It’s Easier than You Think
{We hear a lot about executive functioning skills in the parenting world. What are they and how can we help our children develop …