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Toddler Pretend Play Activities
There are simple things that parents or caregivers can do to encourage a toddler's developing pretend play abilities.
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Easy Ways to Encourage Imagination
Eight easy and fun ways to encourage children to use their imaginations using books, games, props or nothing at all!
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Educational and Cheap Toddler Toys
Looking for an alternative to expensive educational toys? Great developmentally-appropriate toy ideas for preschoolers are detailed. Promote learning on the cheap!
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Imagination in Kids is Important
Part one of a two-part series on imagination. This article explains why imagination helps kids learn about their world, cope with problems and become creative adults.
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The Upside Down Show
Noggin's newest show, a collaboration between Sesame Workshop and comedy duo The Umbilical Brothers, is a real winner for preschoolers.
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Waldorf Kindergarten Curriculum
The Waldorf kindergarten acts as a bridge between a child's life at home and the later, more academic years in school.
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Microsoft Word Beginner Lessons - Lesson 4: Templates
This article gives detailed instructions on how to teach your child to use the different templates avaialable in Microsoft Word. These templates can be used to create items for pretend play and general practice on the computer.
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The Importance of Free Play
Children develop and grow as they experience a variety of activities and as they interact with the important adults in their life.
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Teach Preschoolers the Letter E
Preschool activities to increase recognition of the letter E and word egg, to identify and use the math vocabulary word dozen, and to make scientific observations.
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Cognitive Learning through Play
Play, both directed and undirected, is a critical component of learning. Play helps children learn new concepts and problem-solving skills in a natural, fun way.
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Enhancing Motor Skills through Play
Children learn physical motor skills best through their everyday, natural experiences. Fine and gross motor learning opportunities can be built directly into play.
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Jack's Big Music Show
In addition to regular appearances by Laurie Berkner, Jack will be visited by other musical guests including Steven Burns ("Steve" from Blue's Clues) and Lisa Loeb.
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Learning Through Play in Preschool
Through play, preschool teachers can enhance social and emotional learning in young children. This helps children learn cooperation, sharing, listening, and negotiation.
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Teaching Preschoolers the Letter C
Preschoolers can successfully learn to trace and write the letter C as well as recognize objects beginning with the letter C through simple, fun activities.
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Comic Books and Young Children
Despite the evolution of comic book themes from child to adult-centered, comic book material that is suitable for children still abounds.
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Conquering a Home Invasion
Organizing the chaos in your home can be done with a few simple techniques! By using mapping, sorting and containment you can restore order and create an inviting environ
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Doll Tent Craft for Kids
Kids can craft a doll tent or bean bag animal tent for camping themed birthday parties, slumber parties, Daisy Girl Scout meetings or as a rainy day craft activity.
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Early Diagnosis of Autism
The earlier the diagnosis of autism, the better the prognosis. Awareness to early warning signs increases the chances that children can develop normally.
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Easter Basket Gift Ideas for Kids
Concerned about the amount of sweets your child is getting? This Easter, consider these non-candy gift basket ideas for children and teens.
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Grocery Shopping with a Toddler
Toddlers can make trips to the grocery store stressful. These simple tips will help you to get in and get out without your toddler having a meltdown.
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Having Fun in Playgroups
A successful playgroup often provides a wide range of fun, interesting and meaningful activities for children.
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Jean Piaget's Theory of Cognitive Development in Infants and Children
Jean Piaget was one of the first theorists in developmental psychology to take a close look at how children think and reason.
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Play & Learn
How children learn through play.
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The World of Pirates, part 1
Pirates as we know them, fact or fiction, how has literature shaped the historical accuracy fo the time period of the piracy of the high seas?
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Barbie Converts to Islam
Read what I did when my parents gave my young daughter a Barbie Doll as a gift.
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How to Manage Preschool Separation Anxiety
Daycare providers can manage separation anxiety by utilizing strategies to lessen the unknown and remaining consistent in their approach to separation issues
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