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What Age Is Best to Start Preschool? Set Your Child Up for Success

March 6, 2024 by Lillian McKay

Deciding the right age to start preschool is a crucial step for every parent and child. It marks the beginning of a new phase in a child’s development, one filled with opportunities for growth, learning, and socialization. The consensus among educators and child development experts is that the ages between 3 and 5 years old …

Loose Parts Play – 10 Benefits for Development and Growth

October 6, 2023August 29, 2023 by Euan Maxwell

In the age of digital devices and structured activities, the notion of ‘free play’ has started to fade into the background. However, you might be surprised to learn that one of the most potent tools for your child’s overall development could be as simple as “loose parts”—objects that can be moved around, redesigned, taken apart, …