Saturday, September 4, 2021

National Playdough Day – Creative, Sensory, and Hands-On Learning Experiences for Young Children

National Playdough Day – Creative, Sensory, and Hands-On Learning Experiences for Young Children
Soft dough squeezed between little fingers. Tiny hands rolling, pinching, and creating. Endless possibilities shaped through imagination and play. National Playdough Day is a celebration of creativity, exploration, sensory discovery, and hands-on lea…

Thursday, September 2, 2021

Hispanic Heritage Month – Meaningful, Inclusive, and Culturally Rich Ideas for Early Childhood

Hispanic Heritage Month – Meaningful, Inclusive, and Culturally Rich Ideas for Early Childhood
The stories passed down through generations. The rhythms of music that bring people together. The traditions, languages, foods, and celebrations that help shape who we are. Hispanic Heritage Month is a celebration of culture, identity, community, and…

Wednesday, July 14, 2021

Total Physical Response Activities for Young Learners

Total Physical Response Activities for Young Learners
Move, Play, and Learn: Bringing Language to Life with Total Physical Response There’s something magical about movement. When children wiggle, stretch, dance, and act, their whole bodies are engaged—and so is their curiosity. One of our favorite ways …

Thursday, April 22, 2021

Why Stories Matter in Early Childhood

Why Stories Matter in Early Childhood
Why Stories Matter in Early Childhood Long before children learn to read independently, they learn through stories. They listen to familiar voices reading aloud. They point to pictures. They repeat favorite phrases. They laugh at funny characters and bec…