Spring Invitations | Gentle Ways to Notice, Play, and Grow

Spring is a beautiful season for children to explore nature, notice changes, and discover new opportunities for learning through play. As the days become warmer, buds appear, flowers begin to bloom, colors return, and plants and animals become more …

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Mardi Gras: Exploring Celebration, Culture, and Expression Through Story and Play

Mardi Gras is full of color, sound, and movement — which is exactly why it works so well with young children when we keep the experience simple and intentional. Rather than treating it as a big event to explain, Mardi Gras can become a cultural momen…

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The Color Monster by Anna Llenas: Book-Based Activities & Printables

Some picture books help children learn new words. Others help children understand the world around them. And then there are books that give children something they can use every day: a way to talk about their feelings. The Color Monster by Anna Llenas …

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