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Out of the box: Playing with empty boxes is not only fun, it’s educational

Published on September 18, 2015
Inspire your child’s creativity and imagination with only a box.
March is Reading Month: Five fun ideas to expand on your children’s favorite books!

Published on March 17, 2014
Bring your child’s favorite books and story characters to life and encourage their love of reading with these fun ideas!
The important school readiness skill of responsibility can be easily taught to preschoolers

Published on May 8, 2012
Preschool children learn responsibility through everyday observation, practice and daily routine.
Raising thankful children

Published on November 27, 2012
Explore suggestions to cultivate and encourage thankfulness in children.
Purpose of playing with play dough

Published on January 6, 2017
Beyond just being fun, play dough supports early childhood skill development in several ways.
Six tips for a smooth summer with your children

Published on June 1, 2015
Plan ahead to avoid summertime chaos at home.
Developmentally appropriate practice: Knowing what is culturally appropriate

Published on April 24, 2017
It is important teachers understand each child’s culture.
How to support your child’s development of self-efficacy – Part 2

Published on October 20, 2015
There are several strategies you can utilize to support children’s sense of efficacy.
Say hello to spring!

Published on April 3, 2014
Springtime is the perfect time to get children of all ages connected with nature.
Positive discipline – perception and perspective

Published on September 24, 2013
Help children begin to think about how things look from someone else’s point of view.
The power of play – Part 4: Characteristics of play

Published on December 8, 2015
What does play look like and what are the characteristics of play?
Shared book-reading: Start young and read often

Published on September 12, 2012
Reading aloud to young children is one of the most effective early literacy strategies available to preschool educators and families.
9- to 11-year-olds: Ages and stages of youth development

Published on January 7, 2013
Understanding the different stages of youth development supports youth programming efforts as it encourages relationship building between youth and adult volunteers
Too cold to go out? Here are five indoor activities to enjoy with your children!

Published on January 28, 2019
With temperatures plummeting below zero, record lows are keeping children home from school and driving families indoors. Looking for something fun to do? Here are five indoor activities to help keep your children entertained during the next polar vortex!
Every Kid in a Park allows free admission to national parks for fourth graders and their families

Published on April 2, 2015
Starting September 2015, every fourth grader in the United States and their family will be able to enter all national parks for free for an entire year as part of the Every Kid in a Park initiative.
How early do childhood education administrators develop their own management style?

Published on July 20, 2016
Early childhood education administrators use respectful, effective strategies to navigate issues and solve problems, but the strategies chosen need to fit the situation and administrator.
Scrapbooking with your young child

Published on July 22, 2014
Make a precious family keepsake with your young child that will help them see themselves as an individual. This easy parent-child activity will have you and your child smiling.
Growing healthy eaters – Join the club

Published on March 13, 2013
The Two Bite Club helps parents of preschoolers learn about healthy eating.
Management style and decision-making in early childhood education

Published on July 20, 2016
How you go about making decisions depends upon what management style and decision-making strategies you choose to use.
DIY: Assembling easy gift kits for children and youth

Published on November 28, 2012
Explore suggestions for do-it-yourself, budget-friendly gift kits that are geared toward exciting and educating children and youth.