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Bored kids? Explore board games!
Activity Ideas Families Infant and Toddler Pre-K Preschool School Age

Bored kids? Explore board games!
April 14, 2022
“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 – those who melt in the sun and arrive back home from an […]
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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
Choosing the Best Toys for Your Child
Activity Ideas Families Infant and Toddler Pre-K Preschool

Choosing the Best Toys for Your Child
December 9, 2020
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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 – those who melt in the sun and arrive back home from an […]
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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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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 […]