Alphabet readiness-often referred to as alphabet awareness or letter knowledge- involves a child's ability to recognize letters and identify their...
50 Easy and Engaging Ways to Teach Alphabet Readiness
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Everything You Need To Know About Crossing the Midline
Crossing the midline is a critical developmental milestone in young children. Essentially, it refers to the ability to move one's arm, hands, legs,...
Playdough Obsession, Fun and Easy Activities for Kids
Playdough is one of the most fun and accessible tactile mediums in preschool settings. In my over twenty years of working with children, I have not...
Strong Preschool Drawing Skills Skyrocket Success
Drawing is a beautiful way for children to express themselves. Developing drawing skills at an early age is crucial in advancing preschool-aged...
Coloring Skills are Powerful for Preschoolers’ Growth
Should we care about coloring skills nowadays? How can coloring compete with electronics, TV, and other high-tech toys? As an occupational therapist...
Discover Why Messy Play Is Important
Many parents cringe at the thought of giving their kids messy play activities to do. Playing with slime or clay sounds fun to the kids, but who...