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May 4, 2021

The Benefits of Outdoor Play in Early Childhood Development

Learn how outdoor play can directly impact children's physical development, social skills, creativity, and even their intelligence.

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October 27, 2020

6 Fun Ways to Teach Children About the Importance of Voting

If creating lifelong voting habits in your children is important to you, try these six tips to help them understand the power and importance of their vote.

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August 28, 2020

The Value of Play to Reduce Stress in Children

Learn more about how playtime can reduce stress in children and have great benefits on their mental, emotional, and physical health.

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August 14, 2020

Observing Young Children as They Play

Learn about your child’s development and who they are as a human being by observing them as they play with homemade playdough!

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July 6, 2020

7 Tips for Talking to Your Kids About Difficult Subjects

Establishing an open line of communication about tough issues helps younger minds develop deeper understandings, independent opinions, and positive coping skills. These seven tips and strategies can help make talking…

June 26, 2020

Toddler Mud Play

Mud is not just dirt and water; it provides opportunities for development in almost every area of growth for your child: Social, Emotional, Cognitive, and Physical.

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May 26, 2020

Helping Kids Cope While Sheltering in Place

Read on for 14 tips for helping kids cope while sheltering in place.

May 12, 2020

Risk vs. Hazard: The Value of Risk in Playtime For Children

What is "Risk Play"? This method of play allows children to manage themselves and make decisions to face unfamiliar situations - or risks - on their own.

April 16, 2020

4 Early Childhood Educational Resources for Your Child

Follow these four links to find great Early Educational Resources for kids.

April 9, 2020

5 Fun STEAM Educational Activities Kids Can Do At Home

Make learning about Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math fun for your kids at home with these STEAM educational activities!

Cuentos con Ritmo (Stories with Rhythm)

Cuentos con Ritmo is a weekly Spanish Language Story Time class that incorporates books/stories, music, movement, and fun! This program brings understanding, appreciation, and joy to another language and culture. This program is much more than a Storytime, it’s an engaging/sing-along/celebration of the Spanish language and culture!

The Benefits of Outdoor Play in Early Childhood Development

6 Fun Ways to Teach Children About the Importance of Voting

The Value of Play to Reduce Stress in Children

Observing Young Children as They Play

7 Tips for Talking to Your Kids About Difficult Subjects

Toddler Mud Play

Helping Kids Cope While Sheltering in Place

Risk vs. Hazard: The Value of Risk in Playtime For Children

4 Early Childhood Educational Resources for Your Child

5 Fun STEAM Educational Activities Kids Can Do At Home

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