Introducing Watercolor to Children
“The senses, being explorers of the world, open the way to knowledge.” ~Maria Montessori Art is highly valued in the Montessori classroom, and its value…
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For the Kids: Crafting a Thank-You Note
It can be hard for children to understand the importance of a thank-you note and how to make it meaningful and sincere. When we ourselves…
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Trees: A Winter Scavenger Hunt
It’s winter in our part of the world, and even the cold and snow can’t keep us inside! In fact, we think this is a…
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Mindful Holiday: Starting a Family Gratitude Journal
It comes as no surprise that during the holidays gratitude is on everyone’s mind. There are many ways to express gratitude, but this year why…
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Introducing Your Child to Play Dough
Looking for a fun and simple way to engage your child in playful learning? Set up a play dough mat! Play dough is a versatile…
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Gifts for a Tree: Making a Recycled Bird Feeder
“Do small things with great love.” ~Mother Teresa Birds are a constant source of inspiration for us here at Playful Learning, and the children in…
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Creating a Family Tree
The holidays present a wonderful opportunity to discuss the concept of family. As your child spends extra time with relatives, many of whom don’t live…
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Gifts from a Tree
Trees are vital to our planet and contribute to the environment in a myriad of ways. In addition to supplying the world with wood products,…
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2022 Gift Guide
‘Tis the season for giving, and our Playful Learning Gift Guide is full of ideas for all the little ones in your life. Whether you…
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Exploring the Seasons of a Tree
One year in a tree’s life brings about many spectacular changes, and children love watching these changes in real-time. You can teach your child a lot about…
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