Make Early Learning Fun!

The spring of 2020 was long and the summer and fall kept it going ... by this winter, anyone who has been cooped up with their kiddos is loo...

There is no better vehicle for developing language and social skills than an authentic play experience. Children love to act out familiar sc...

Playing store can be a great play experience for your kiddos, but why not really make it meaningful? With a little help, your children ...

This 2020 is an unusual year! You may be running out of ideas to keep your kiddos busy and engaged, which BTW is always ok - because childre...

Little ones don't always know how to start making friends ... or conversation. Give them an assist with a brand new microphone for ...

Jack and the Beanstalk is a favorite story with the little guys ... it has everything - magic, a giant bad guy, a castle - all their favori...

Once upon a time, we read "The Three Little Pigs." The best way to remember a story, or anything at all, is to immerse yourself i...

There are so many fun ideas to play with that are Olympics-related and that will inspire excitement in your children!! Start with che...

Plush toys that represent characters from books that kids love are so much fun! Curious George, Clifford, Franklin, Madeline, Babar and Mous...

Playing Pirates is always a BIG hit - with boys and girls! Gather some props to make a pretend pirate ship - a large box to decorate would ...

Get ready for this week's camp idea by assembling a few arts and crafts supplies: some cardboard, markers or paint, some craft foam a...

When the summer starts to get "old" for your kids, here's a do-it-yourself fun idea: hold your own summer camp days, right at...

I love a great Pretend Play Center - change your kitchen/housekeeping area up every so often to keep the fun fresh and to stimulate more ver...

Nursery Rhymes have been around for generations, and are still valuable for so many reasons! Repeating familiar words, with the rhythm assoc...

Play is about creating, imagining, sharing ... and anyone can do it! The ability to "invent" is one that is being pushed aside, as...

Plan a "party" to celebrate and explore BUGS! Gather a few things together to make your children feel like explorers - we chose sa...

An inflatable baby pool is a great tool to have on hand – I like to keep a small one around for all sorts of fun- no water necessary! A 3-ft...

It is always fun to read and get involved in a story with children - sometimes a favorite story is read over and over again! Remember stori...