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learning through play
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After school activities for kids: Why science says less is more
With summer holidays approaching, it's natural to worry about our kids' boredom. No one wants their kids spending the summer fighting over the iPad or in a state of complacency.
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…
School Principal says to follow these tips for a successful start to kindergarten
It is bittersweet to send your child off to school for the first time. On one hand, you’re…
There is an undeclared war on childhood. This is how to stop it.
There is a higher incidence of child stress, anxiety and disorders than ever before. This is how to…
Why Kids Benefit From More Outdoor Play
Sadly this generation is spending less time engaged in outdoor play than generations before. Find out why we…
How to set up three simple science activities for preschoolers
It doesn’t take a science degree to execute simple science activities for preschoolers. In fact, all you need…
This is why free-play is more valuable than extracurricular activities
When summer hits, naturally parents want to avoid the summer slide. We want to schedule enough summer activities…
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…
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…
Give the Gifts with the Most Play Value
The last thing any parent wants is to buy gifts that will only be shoved aside and forgotten. Here…