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Heuristic Play: Simple, Impactful Ideas for Babies and Toddlers

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What is Nature Play? Learn from an Early Childhood Expert

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Vestibular and Proprioceptive Sensory-Seeking Play: What to Know

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Types of Play

Baby Doll Play for Toddlers: Incredible Benefits and Ideas

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Types of Play

How to Use Communication Play: Support Language & Social Skills

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Infant Play

Easy Social Games for Babies: Promote Communication and Happiness

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Types of Play

Manipulative Play in Early Childhood: Go-To Activities with Amazing Benefits

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Play Benefits

5 Key Dramatic Play Benefits: How to Use Pretend Play for Learning

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Types of Play

Heavy Work Play: Easy Calming Activities for Young Kids

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Types of Play

Treasure Baskets: A Powerful Learning Tool for Babies & Toddlers

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Play Benefits

11 Powerful Benefits of Heuristic Play for Child Development

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Types of Play

Heuristic Play: Simple, Impactful Ideas for Babies and Toddlers

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Types of Play

Sorting and Classifying: How to Make STEM Skills Fun

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Types of Play

The Magic of Container Play: Boost Baby & Toddler Learning

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Activities

How to Make Water Play Manageable: Best Tips

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Play Benefits

The Surprising Benefits of Water Play for Kids | Free PDF

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Types of Play

Types of Play in Early Childhood: Everything You Need to Know

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Infant Play

Literacy Ideas for Babies: Easy Activities from My Infant Classroom 

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Types of Play

Process Vs. Product Art in Early Years: The Must-Know Differences

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Types of Play

The Magic of Loose Parts: FAQs for Teachers & Parents

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Books

The 35 Best Black and White Books for Babies | Free PDF Books

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Play Benefits

Why Babies Love Black and White Books

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Play Benefits

10 Benefits of Block Play: Unlock the Power of Blocks

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Activities

The Best Block Play Activities & Environments for Young Children

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Types of Play

Block Play Stages: Ultimate Intro to Block Play for Kids

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Activities

My Ultimate Guide to Nature-Based Early Childhood Education

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Types of Play

What is Nature Play? Learn from an Early Childhood Expert

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Play Benefits

Benefits of Sensory Play for Babies: Important Experiences

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A two-year-old plays with wooden blocks.
Toddler Play

15 Brain Development Activities 2-Year-Olds Will Love

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Books

The 35 Best Sound Books for Babies & Toddlers (Sensory Stories)

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Play Benefits

Benefits of Interactive Learning: Teaching Kids in a Tech World 

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Play Benefits

Incredible Benefits of Play Dough: Guide for Parents & Teachers

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A 3-month-old baby does tummy time activity to play and learn.
Infant Play

50 Best Learning & Sensory Activities to Do with a 3-Month-Old

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Nature Facts

Summer Facts Kids Will Love in 2025 | Free PDFs

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Nature Facts

Buds & Blossoms: 10 Facts about Trees in Spring | Free PDF

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Nature Facts

The Most Interesting Spring Facts for Kids (2025): Nature & Traditions

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