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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.
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…
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…
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…
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…
Your Kids Will Love These Simple Ways to Engage in Sensory Play
Sensory play can seem like a disaster waiting to happen with rice or flour everywhere. But there are…
30+ Calming Kids Activities That Will Promote Peace in Your Household
Does your child have after-school meltdowns? Find simple, powerful activities and strategies to calm your child. Back to school…
Rainy Day Toddler Activities for Those Days You’re Stuck Inside
Just because the weather is bad, doesn’t mean kids won’t get bored. Here are countless rainy day toddler activities for…
Dinosaurs for Kids: Play-Based Learning Activities with Printable Pack
Are your children or students interested in dinosaurs? Find an amazing preschool worksheet package filled with activities about…
Solar System Worksheets: Free printables for preschoolers and older kids too!
10 + solar system worksheets to promote play-based learning! These printables are free, fun and focus on numeracy,…
Simple Outdoor Kids Activities for Laughter and Fun
These simple outdoor kids activities are an incredible way to promote laughter and in your front yard or…