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Process Art Tips and Tricks from a Former Teacher
Activity Ideas Families Infant and Toddler Preschool Providers School Age

Process Art Tips and Tricks from a Former Teacher
July 18, 2022
I have always found a purpose in art. The creative process provides me with time to think and space to express my feelings; but it wasn’t always that way! Being a bit of a perfectionist, it was hard to let go of the “cookie-cutter” crafts. I wanted so badly to be good at art that […]
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Road trip! Tips for Vacations with Children
Activity Ideas Families Infant and Toddler Preschool School Age

Road trip! Tips for Vacations with Children
May 15, 2022
Bored kids? Explore board games!
Activity Ideas Families Infant and Toddler Pre-K Preschool School Age

Bored kids? Explore board games!
April 14, 2022
Explore the Outdoors with Nature Play
Activity Ideas Families Infant and Toddler Pre-K Preschool School Age

Explore the Outdoors with Nature Play
June 7, 2021

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Summer Break: Activities to Keep your School-ager Engaged
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Summer Break: Activities to Keep your School-ager Engaged
May 4, 2021
Explore the Outdoors with Nature Play
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Explore the Outdoors with Nature Play
April 1, 2021
Choosing the Best Toys for Your Child
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Choosing the Best Toys for Your Child
December 9, 2020
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Process Art Tips and Tricks from a Former Teacher
I have always found a purpose in art. The creative process provides me with time to think and space to express my feelings; but it wasn’t always that way! Being a bit of a perfectionist, it was hard to let go of the “cookie-cutter” crafts. I wanted so badly to be good at art that […]
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Road trip! Tips for Vacations with Children
“Are we there yet?” is the phrase I hear over and over in the car – even for a quick five minute drive. So, call me surprised when I hardly heard this during our 11 hour drive to and from the beach for spring break. My kids are four and eight, and this is only […]
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Bored kids? Explore board games!
“I’m boorrrred!” Is that a common refrain in your household? As much as I know how important outdoor play is for young children, let’s be real. Sometimes you just have to give up the fight, especially when you have kids like mine that melt in the sun and arrive back home from an outdoor play […]
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Explore the Outdoors with Nature Play
By Jamie Le Sesne Spears, M.Ed., Family Engagement Specialist Summer is filled with opportunities for children and adults to play outdoors. When children begin to explore and interact with nature, these outdoor opportunities begin to transform into learning experiences. As a former preschool teacher, I loved giving the kids a chance to get outdoors to play and learn […]
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Summer Break: Activities to Keep your School-ager Engaged
by Jamie Le Sesne Spears, M.Ed, Family Engagement Specialist As an aunt to four quadruplets finishing up fourth grade, I know how much they are looking forward to summer – I bet your kids are too! They are likely excited for a change and to spend time with family. For parents and caregivers, it can be stressful filling […]
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Explore the Outdoors with Nature Play
By Jamie Le Sesne Spears, M.Ed., Family Engagement Specialist Summer is filled with opportunities for children and adults to play outdoors. When children begin to explore and interact with nature, these outdoor opportunities begin to transform into learning experiences. Benefits of nature play Natural learning happens when young children play in and with nature. In fact, nature play is beneficial not only for physical growth but […]
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Choosing the Best Toys for Your Child
by Lauren George, Family Support Specialist Children are explorers and inventors who learn by doing. I have the joy of seeing this play out every day at home with my little ones. Play gives children an opportunity to develop and practice new skills at their own pace by following their unique interests. With hundreds and […]