Independent Play: Using Play Invitations To Encourage Imagination and Learning
Independent play helps children feel confident, builds a sense of capability, concentration skills and creates many opportunities for discovery and […]
Play
The Importance of Hands-On Learning Fun
Children love sensory play, messy science experiments, and hands-on activities. While it seems like children are “just playing” during this
Connecting with Children Through Play
The importance of play doesn’t end there. Yes it’s enjoyable for them and yes play is important in child development but play also provides parents with a door to connect with their child on a deep level. I always love to say that I am hands on, this I feel sums up the play connection I am referring to. Engaging and being present in play is a hands-on way to establish a deep connection and strengthen a healthy relationship with your child.
10 Playful Solutions For Morning & Evening Routines : Parents S.H.A.R.E
“Play is our brain’s favorite way of learning.” -Diane Ackerman In this Parents S.H.A.R.E. post, our positive parenting community is sharing how they have used play as a parenting tool when faced with a variety of challenges during the morning and evening routines, from races to singing silly songs here are many fun ideas!!
35 Toys That Encourage Learning & Independent Play
Toys are everywhere this time of the year – and yes, toys are a wonderful way for children to play,
Play & Discover: 6 Learning Activities For Toddlers & Preschoolers
The best learning activities for toddlers are simple and encourage learning through exploration. From figuring out patterns, matching pairs, color
The Benefits of Messy Play And How To Make it Slightly Less Messy
Messy play gives children an opportunity to tap into their creativity, explore all sorts of possibilities, enhance and experience their senses,
Books & Play: Enhancing Reading Comprehension In a Fun Way.
Welcome to the March Authentic Parenting Blog Carnival: Discovering through Books This post was written for inclusion in the monthly
Play and Learning
Feathery Fun Turkey in 10 Steps
This week I was totally inspired by the Nurturestore’s “Let’s play dough book” and came up with these funny feathery
Parenting
This One Life Together
Welcome to the July Carnival of Natural Parenting: Parenting Philosophy This post was written for inclusion in the monthly Carnival