Outdoor Learning Games and Activities

Swing Set Smarts: Extending Learning to the Playground

The link between physical activity and learning is strong. Children learn by doing and being actively engaged. Not only does physical activity promote physical development, it also supports cognitive, social and emotional development. While research has proven these points, they are also evident whe...
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Outdoor Learning Games and Activities

Swing Set Smarts: Extending Learning to the Playground

The link between physical activity and learning is strong. Children learn by doing and being actively engaged. Not only does physical activity promote physical development, it also supports cognitive, social and emotional development. While research has proven these points, they are also evident whe...
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Transition from Grandparent Care to Daycare

Making the Leap from Grandparent Care to an Early Education Program

You have enjoyed the luxury of your mom and/or dad caring for your child for the past stretch of time. And now, due to any one of a number of reasons, your child will be transitioning into an early education program. What are the advantages? How can you ease the transition for you and your child? An...
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Toddler Child Care and Transitions

Moving Up to Toddlers in Child Care: What to Expect

Just when you were feeling comfortable with your child’s teachers in the infant room, you find out it is time to think about moving up to toddlers. Toddlers transition at different ages in different centers and states depending on a variety of factors including local regulations, space availab...
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Children and Nature

Children and Nature: A Winning Combination

We all want our children to be happy, healthy, and physically fit. As busy as we are, it’s important to find time to help children develop good habits that contribute to a lifelong focus on wellness. We may hope that feeding them nutritious foods or enrolling them in gymnastics or karate class...
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Learning Activities for Young Kids

Anytime, Anyplace: Fun Family Learning Activities

Parents of young children know it best; there really are only so many hours in a day and often it’s just not enough. From carpools to bath time, our schedules are jam-packed full of errands, chores, and to-do list items. There never seems to be enough time to just sit and enjoy our children&rs...
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