What will your child's fort be today? A castle? A fortress? A cave? Pretend play is a vital part of childhood development. Around three years of age, your little person's mind begins to weave fantastical scenarios and stories where they have the lead role. From kittens parachuting out of airplanes to (my daughter's favorite at three [...]
The work of childhood is play. As an adult, you probably don't think of "play" as "work," but for your child they are one and the same. Play provides your children opportunities to use their brains, bodies, and senses in ways that help them grow strong, healthy and ready for the world. Ready to learn more about how [...]
When children build forts they use blankets, comforters, boxes and they channel their inner hunter-gatherers. While building children's forts is a wonderful indoor activity during those rainy days, fort building is also a way to engage your children in learning creativity. Decorating their favorite children’s forts in blankets, with their favorite stuffed animals, and maybe [...]
