If you landed here because you are interested in what the expert-recommended screen time is for two-year-olds and toddlers, I can link the 2020 American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) recommendations here. But I would like to caution you before you immediately accept that recommendation. From my experience, there is rarely a clear-cut answer…
During my experience working in early childhood education, I have heard how parents wish they had more patience, lost their tempers less, and felt less frustrated. It is overwhelming to keep up with the invisible labor of running a household, supporting your toddler’s development, and not losing your patience in the process. So how can we…
Environmental stewardship involves preserving natural environments through conservation and sustainable practices. Children need to spend time outdoors in order to build a relationship with nature. Maybe it’s all the early childhood trainings I have attended, but I have repeatedly had to do this specific activity. Everyone closes their eyes and focuses on their favorite childhood…
Updated: November 12, 2023 Risk-taking play, also known as dangerous or risky play, is a natural part of children’s play. Risk-taking play is a type of play where children test physical abilities with climbing, jumping, balancing, moving fast, moving heavy objects, and rough-and-tumble play. Key Points Risk-Taking Play Definition Risk-taking play, also called dangerous or…