The Fourth of July is a great time to celebrate with the whole family, and kids are especially excited to join in the festivities. However, parents of young children are often concerned about the safety … Read More
5 Preschooler Birthday Party Ideas
Birthday parties are exciting for preschoolers. However, planning birthday parties for children can leave parents feeling tired and stressed. Here are five preschooler birthday party ideas that both you and your child will love. 1) … Read More
Tips for Eating Outdoors With Your Child
Summer is almost here, and you are likely looking forward to enjoying picnics and barbecues with your family. Here are some tips to help barbecues and picnics with young children run smoothly for everyone. Prepare … Read More
How to Choose the Best Summer Camp
Summer camp is an exciting opportunity for a child to learn more about their world, and to experience new things. However, not all summer camps are created equal. Here are some things to look for … Read More
Creating a Balanced Family Schedule
With today’s hectic lives, it can seem difficult to create a family schedule that works for all members. Whether your family is large or small, it’s important to manage the external demands on your time … Read More
5 Easter Crafts for Preschoolers
Easter is around the corner, and now is a great time to help your child express their creative side with these five easy and affordable Easter crafts for preschoolers: Carrot Collage Help your child create … Read More
Why Should You Play With Your Child?
Whether it’s make-believe, hide-and-seek, or backyard soccer, toddlers and preschoolers love to play. Play helps them to learn about their world. It can even help them to develop crucial social, language, math, and motor skills. … Read More
12 Springtime Activities for the Whole Family
Spring is just around the corner, and depending on where you live, that may mean your whole family is looking forward to resuming outdoor activities. Here are 12 fun springtime activities that you can enjoy … Read More
Easy and Fun Valentine’s Day Crafts for Kids
Play and crafting are fantastic ways for children to learn more about the world around them, and it’s also a great chance for you to become a partner in this learning. Now that February’s here, … Read More
What is a Sensory Table?
Children rely on their senses to discover and experience their world. While they may not be able to verbally communicate and investigate the way adults do, they can use their senses to gather information, and … Read More
Setting Family Goals for the New Year
The new year is nearly upon us, and many of us use this time to reflect on the past twelve months, and set goals for the future. When you’re thinking about the new year, why … Read More
Dealing With Family Holiday Stress
The holiday season can be magical and exciting for the whole family, but it can also feel like a whirlwind of activity. Often, this busy time of year can lead to stress in every member … Read More
7 Ways to Celebrate the Holiday Spirit
No matter what you celebrate this time of year, you may be looking for ideas about how you can help your child celebrate the spirit of the holidays. Here are seven family-friendly ways to get … Read More
Running Errands With Your Young Child
Sometimes, running errands with a preschooler or toddler can be stressful for both the parent and the child. Before you make your next trip out with your young child, here are some tips that could … Read More
Age-Appropriate Halloween Costumes for Kids
Whether your child is excited to go trick-or-treating with friends or have a spooky Halloween party at home, a good costume is a key factor in the fun. Here are some suggestions for age-appropriate Halloween … Read More
13 Tips for a Safe Halloween
Halloween is around the corner, and your young child is likely excited, thinking about the best costume or all the candy she’ll get. However, the Halloween concerns for parents are slightly different. Here are 13 … Read More
Identifying and Encouraging Your Preschooler’s Interests
By the time your child has reached preschool age, you may have noticed that there are certain activities, toys, or games that he is drawn to. The ability to spot your child’s interests and nurture … Read More
How to Teach Your Preschooler About Sharing
As parents, we want to see our children playing happily with others, and being kind and sharing. You know that it’s an important life skill that will help them see success in their future social … Read More
Why Playing is Learning
When children play, they’re not only amusing themselves. They’re also learning valuable skills that will be with them for the rest of their lives, even if it might not look obvious to adults. Here are … Read More
Helping Your Child Learn Through Hands-on Experiences
Hands-on experiences create a crucial foundation for your young child’s learning. A recent study showed that preschoolers were less likely to explore and learn for themselves after an adult demonstrated how a toy works. The … Read More
Rainy Day? Try These Indoor Activities for Preschoolers
On days when the weather’s too poor to enjoy educational activities outdoors, you and your preschooler can still have fun indoors. Here are some suggestions for keeping your preschooler entertained while stuck inside the house. … Read More
How to Help Your Preschooler Learn About Nature
According to recent studies, time spent outdoors has numerous health benefits for children, including improved distance vision, enhanced social skills, and even a potential reduction in ADHD symptoms. No matter the weather, your preschooler’s natural … Read More
7 Fun and Educational Outdoor Activities for Preschoolers
Exploring the world outside is a great opportunity for your preschooler to learn, and develop important skills. Here are seven suggestions for fun and educational outdoor activities you can do with your young child. Involve … Read More
Tips to Get Ready for Summer Camp
Summer camp is an important experience for a child of any age. It exposes him to a diverse range of activities that expands his worldview and develops his social skills. Whether or not your young … Read More
How to Garden With Small Children
Spring is here, and that means flowers are blooming and plants are growing. Now is an ideal time to teach your preschooler about nature, whether it’s a few potted plants inside the house, or a … Read More
Introducing Math Concepts to Your Preschooler
As adults, we tend to think of math in complex ways. We imagine intricate formulas, or the sort of everyday math we use with our finances. However, our earliest math concepts had their root in … Read More
How Your Child Learns Through Conversation
Your toddler or preschooler is at an exciting age. Everything is a new experience and a thrilling discovery, and she is learning that words can help her relate to her world and to those around … Read More
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