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Kids’ Play
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Whether we engage our kids and set up invitations to play or just leave them to their own devices, they are always learning through play.
In this section, you will find play-based learning activities and articles. All of our activities use inexpensive, common materials and our posts underscore the basic skills children are learning when engaging in our invitations to play.
25 Outdoor Games for Kids: Active Play for All Ages
As a child, I spent most of my summer days at my gramp’s house at the foot of…
July 9, 2024
32 Best Family Games to Bring Laughter and Fun
My boys always ask me what I want to play before bedtime. Always. It’s become a nightly tradition…
July 10, 2024
150 Summer Activities for Kids: Printable Bucket Lists Included!
Finally, school’s out, and summer’s here! Our little ones are always looking forward to this time of the…
July 10, 2024
18 Cute and Aesthetic Stuffed Animal Storage Hacks
Having three boys means tons of stuffed animals. From gifts to prizes to impulse buys, our house is…
May 19, 2024
15+ calming toddler activities that are simple and fun
Whether it’s when a toddler gives up her nap or when a parent simply needs some quiet time,…
November 14, 2023
How to Make Bouncy Balls: A fun, hands-on science lesson
If your child is slime-obsessed, you will want to check out this spin how to make slime. While…
August 26, 2019
This is why sensory play is so important – backed by research
Sensory play can seem like a whole lot of mess in the name of frivolous play. Inside I…
November 14, 2023
Why this is the best way to build a kids’ fort
More than once I’ve been tempted to buy a fort building kit for my kids. Turns out, I…
October 26, 2023
10+ Children’s Books That Will Make Your Strong-Willed Child Laugh
Parenting a strong-willed or spirited child is prone to power struggles. Sometimes reading and humour are the best…
January 31, 2024
50+ Ideas to Improve Printing Without Writing
Want to work on your child’s printing and fine motor skills for hand-writing? Below you will find play-based…
August 11, 2019