Mar 261 minCore Concepts in Child DevelopmentChildren don’t need fancy or expensive toys to learn!Loose parts, which are objects or materials that can be used in a number of ways, are a great way to inspire creative thinking in your...
Feb 232 minCore Concepts in Child DevelopmentLearning through play: It's all about the processAs children develop, it is important to give them the opportunity to explore materials in an open-ended way. What does that mean? It...
Feb 12 minCore Concepts in Child DevelopmentS.P.L.I.C.E : the six areas of child developmentThere are many areas that make up a child’s whole development. These areas of development can be easily remembered by the acronym...
Aug 29, 20221 minCreative DevelopmentFree creative play can make your child a better problem-solverChildren love to play, pretend, fantasize, experiment, and explore new things. By providing a variety of craft and art media, parents can...
Aug 24, 20221 minCreative DevelopmentDon't throw it away, get creative!Wondering what to do with your socks that have lost their matches? Let your child transform them into puppets! Outcome: This activity...
Aug 22, 20221 minCreative DevelopmentPortraits made with natural loose partsHow: 1. Take a bag or container and go on a nature walk with your child. 2. Collect items like rocks, sticks, leaves, and pine cones. 3....
Aug 4, 20223 minCreative DevelopmentThe developmental domains: creative developmentWelcome to August and our exploration of creative development! Over the past few months, we have been exploring the developmental...