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Expert Articles
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Must-Read Articles on Early Childhood Development
Expert insights and research summaries to keep you informed: “The Power of Play: A Research Summary on Play and Learning” — The LEGO FoundationExplores how play supports cognitive, social, and...
Must-Read Articles on Early Childhood Development
Expert insights and research summaries to keep you informed: “The Power of Play: A Research Summary on Play and Learning” — The LEGO FoundationExplores how play supports cognitive, social, and...
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Understanding Social and Emotional Development ...
Social and Emotional Development in Early Childhood Insights from Experts and Evidence-Based Research Social and emotional development in the early years forms the foundation for a child’s wellbeing, relationships, and...
Understanding Social and Emotional Development ...
Social and Emotional Development in Early Childhood Insights from Experts and Evidence-Based Research Social and emotional development in the early years forms the foundation for a child’s wellbeing, relationships, and...
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The Science behind Play-Based Learning
Play isn’t just a break from learning—it is learning. From a neuroscience and child development perspective, play is how children build the skills they need for school, relationships, and life....
The Science behind Play-Based Learning
Play isn’t just a break from learning—it is learning. From a neuroscience and child development perspective, play is how children build the skills they need for school, relationships, and life....
Tips and Advice
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10 Easy Play-Based Activity Ideas at Home
You don’t need fancy toys or a Pinterest-worthy playroom to support your child’s development. With a few simple materials and a bit of curiosity, you can offer meaningful, enriching play...
10 Easy Play-Based Activity Ideas at Home
You don’t need fancy toys or a Pinterest-worthy playroom to support your child’s development. With a few simple materials and a bit of curiosity, you can offer meaningful, enriching play...
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DIY Calm Down Jar
A Sensory Tool for Emotional Regulation Intro: Create your own calming sensory jar at home using everyday items. Perfect for little ones who need help navigating big feelings. Instructions: What...
DIY Calm Down Jar
A Sensory Tool for Emotional Regulation Intro: Create your own calming sensory jar at home using everyday items. Perfect for little ones who need help navigating big feelings. Instructions: What...
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Supporting Motor skills through every day activ...
Motor Development Through Everyday Tasks Motor development doesn’t require elaborate activities—your daily routines are full of opportunities to help your child grow stronger, more coordinated, and confident in their body....
Supporting Motor skills through every day activ...
Motor Development Through Everyday Tasks Motor development doesn’t require elaborate activities—your daily routines are full of opportunities to help your child grow stronger, more coordinated, and confident in their body....
Recommended Apps and Videos
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Video Tutorials on Play-Based Learning
Short videos demonstrating how to implement various play techniques at home: “Playful Parenting Tips” by Janet LansburyExpert guidance on nurturing child development through respectful and playful interactions. “Loose Parts Play...
Video Tutorials on Play-Based Learning
Short videos demonstrating how to implement various play techniques at home: “Playful Parenting Tips” by Janet LansburyExpert guidance on nurturing child development through respectful and playful interactions. “Loose Parts Play...
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Top Sensory Play Apps for Kids
Interactive apps designed to support sensory exploration and learning. These apps engage multiple senses through fun and educational activities, helping children develop sensory processing skills in an enjoyable way. Endless...
Top Sensory Play Apps for Kids
Interactive apps designed to support sensory exploration and learning. These apps engage multiple senses through fun and educational activities, helping children develop sensory processing skills in an enjoyable way. Endless...
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Recommended Apps & Videos
Top Sensory Play Apps for Kids Interactive apps designed to support sensory exploration and learning: Endless AlphabetA fun, interactive app featuring word puzzles with engaging animations that stimulate children’s visual...
Recommended Apps & Videos
Top Sensory Play Apps for Kids Interactive apps designed to support sensory exploration and learning: Endless AlphabetA fun, interactive app featuring word puzzles with engaging animations that stimulate children’s visual...
Parent Guides and Activity Templates
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Keeping My Child Engaged and Interested
Every parent knows the moment — your child dives into a new activity with excitement, only to wander off minutes later. It’s easy to worry they’re “not focused,” but in...
Keeping My Child Engaged and Interested
Every parent knows the moment — your child dives into a new activity with excitement, only to wander off minutes later. It’s easy to worry they’re “not focused,” but in...
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Finding Enough Time Together: Why Small Moments...
Do you ever feel like there just aren’t enough hours in the day to spend with your child? You’re not alone. Many parents feel guilty about not having long stretches...
Finding Enough Time Together: Why Small Moments...
Do you ever feel like there just aren’t enough hours in the day to spend with your child? You’re not alone. Many parents feel guilty about not having long stretches...
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Early Literacy in the Play Environment: Support...
From the moment a baby hears their first lullaby or story, they are absorbing the sounds, rhythms, and meanings of language. Early literacy development is about more than just learning...
Early Literacy in the Play Environment: Support...
From the moment a baby hears their first lullaby or story, they are absorbing the sounds, rhythms, and meanings of language. Early literacy development is about more than just learning...
