Some parents see kids as “just” playing, and don’t always see the learning and experiences happening that set children up for success in life. So how is play equal to learning? What do kids learn through play? A lot! Let’s take a look. I’m confident that YOU can come up with...
This unique play center in Kansas City just opened 3 new play areas for young children to explore sensory activities while playing!Let’s Playfocuses on children under 4 years old in 4 attractions. It includes Pretend Play in a cave, creek, and house, as well as a Babyscape with tons of...
Writing aboutkids indoor play areas in Orange Countyis a little hard for this mom/writer who MUCH prefers outdoor play experiences. But play is play no matter where you go and I’ve had a lot of moms ask me about where to play when it’s too hot outside or raining. Until I got i...
Scenes: 4-year-old Ponette is playing doctor with Mathias (5). She says how much she likes it when doctors rub cream on her chest, so Mathias offers to pretend to do it. She lifts up her shirt and he rubs her chest for a while. Before he goes, she asks him for a "goodbye kiss...
The kids were playing basketball on the court at Third Avenue community park in Aliquippa on Sunday when a man jumped out of his car and shot at them. Concerned neighbors in the area say something needs to be done. The sound of gunfire caught on a doorbell camera Sunday afternoon rattled...
Wichita Art Museum near the museums on the river: is in itself not a place for kids to run and play in the exhibit area. However, they do have the Chihuly Bridge that kids can walk on in socks or barefoot. Pro Tip: Visit PLAY at the Wichita Art Museum. It’s a FREE Kids Activi...
The Zax Bypass is a small side path where you can rest and relax and, if your child needs it, take a nap in the stroller. This area is accessed by immediately turning left after crossing the bridge fromPort of Entryinto Seuss Landing and has a great view of the lagoon. Continue down...
My son (he just turned 1 two weeks ago) is VERY attached to me and has a hard time playing by himself. How much time would you suggest for a 1 year old to play independently? I’m a teacher so I work full-time and he’s an a daycare during the week. Any advice? Reply to ...
3 year old daughter had an accident playing with the other children in the play area at mikes kitchen she wet herself my girlfriend took her to the rest room that's when she asked my girlfriend make it better please the words that came from her mouth is killing me it's eating on me...
Rainy-day activities don’t have to be inside; send the kids outside to learn and play with this massive list of outdoor rainy-day activity ideas for toddlers and teens. Outdoor rain activity ideas include makingmud pies, playing with bath toys,rain painting, singing in the rain, sensory...