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Play Ahead – ADHD Notes
Being ADHD means that I have different strengths and weaknesses from other kids. It means that while I may be able to run faster or jump higher than my friends,…
Play Ahead – Early Emotions
The basic task of parents in the first year of their baby’s life is to make the child feel safe, comfortable, secure and happy. The newborn infant is totally dependent…
Play Ahead – Why Play?
Benefits Far Beyond Simply Having Fun Fred Rogers, the host of the long-running children’s show “Mr. Roger’s Neighborhood,” once said that “play is really the work of childhood.” It’s true…
Play at Home Guide: Read and Discuss Stories
Here are some easy activities that can be used at home to engage your children, and continue learning through play. This is a great way for your family to spend…
What Tech Can Teach Children
The benefits of technology aren’t hard to find in the daily life of a parent, from the convenience of saving a date on an online calendar, or simply being able…
Making Peanut Butter & Oats Snacks
Here is an easy snack that you and your little one can make together! Follow along with Mrs. Hilary as she shows you how to make this delicious treat.
Play Ahead – Fears
What is Fear? Fear is a normal reaction that alerts us to danger and prepares us to deal with it. People generally react both physically and emotionally. Physically, we experience…
Play at Home Guide: Maximize Love, Manage Stress
Basics Focus: Maximize Love, Manage Stress Here are some easy activities that can be used at home to engage your children, and continue learning through play. This is a great…
The Benefits of Play for All Abilities
Bridging the Benefits of Play for All Abilities From fundamental concepts to socialization skills, language development and much more, recent research shows that play has a positive impact on a…
Partner Resources
We’ve collected some of our favorite resources from businesses and organizations providing activities for families! Association of Children’s Museums: Virtual Activities for Families The Basics: Resources and Activities for Children…