Making red, white, and blue play dough at home is a quick, budget-friendly activity that sparks sensory play and a chance to chat about the meaning behind the Labor Day holiday. It’s hands-on fun at any age that teaches kids about colors, textures, and even teamwork. Plus, homemade dough is safer and softer than store-bought […]
Why Nannies Should Whip Up Homemade Red, White & Blue Play Dough This Labor Day
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Choose Holiday Gifts that Encourage Quality Play
December 10, 2013 Leave a Comment
How to Promote Quality Play When choosing gifts for children the holiday season it’s best to choose simple toys that promote quality play. According to the American Association for the Child’s Right to Play quality play promotes creativity, language development, physical development, thinking skills, and social skills. The Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood recommends avoiding […]
This Black Friday Remember Quality vs. Quantity
November 23, 2012 2 Comments
GIVE QUALITY GIFTS THIS HOLIDAY SEASON It’s Black Friday (the busiest shopping day of the year for Americans). If you are going out to shop for Black Friday deals today I urge you to remember that when gift giving quality is much more important than quantity.Teachers Resisting Unhealthy Children’s Entertainment (TRUCE) suggests that when choosing […]
4 Tips for Making Play Time More Educational
August 16, 2012 Leave a Comment
Children Learn Through PlayBy Lauren Bailey Any good nanny knows the importance of a good education. Children with an education more readily know the difference between right and wrong. They are quick thinkers and adept at analyzing new information. A solid education is one of the most important parts of a healthy childhood. But, at […]
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