May 19, 20203 min readFostering independent play skills in infants and toddlersIndependent play helps foster self-reliance, creativity and confidence. It also lays the foundation for self-directed learning.
May 7, 20202 min readWhat can I put into a treasure basket?Babies’ learn through sensory experiences. A treasure basket filled with items to stimulate all senses is easy to do and has many benefits.
May 5, 20203 min readSupport your child's natural curiosity and exploration through heuristic play Children are natural born explorers and this contributes hugely to their learning. Heuristic play is a great tool to support exploration.
May 4, 20202 min readHeuristic play and how it benefits childrenHeuristic play focuses on the exploration that stems from children's curiosity & preference of everyday objects over curated toys.
Apr 29, 20202 min read3 key reasons why play is essential for children Play is not frivolous or optional, it is fundamental to children’s happiness and development. Here are 3 key reasons why play is crucial.
Apr 9, 20202 min readWhat parents can do to support playPlay develops skills that form the foundation of deep learning. There are some simple and effective things parents can do to support play.