by Lizzie McCroy | Oct 24, 2024 | Blog
Introduction As a parent of a spirited preschooler, I’ve often found myself in a battle of wills over whether we should build a tower with blocks or construct an imaginary spaceship (which, by the way, is apparently a very important decision). It’s a daily reminder...
by Lizzie McCroy | Oct 24, 2024 | Blog
Introduction Ah, preschoolers—those delightful bundles of energy and curiosity. If you’re a parent or caregiver, you know that their days can often resemble a whirlwind of activity, questions, and occasionally, chaos. I remember a particular morning when my little one...
by Lizzie McCroy | Oct 24, 2024 | Blog
What’s the Big Deal About Sharing and Taking Turns? Before we dive into the how, let’s talk about the why. Sharing and taking turns aren’t just cute behaviors we hope our preschoolers will adopt to make playdates more peaceful. These are foundational social skills...
by Lizzie McCroy | Oct 24, 2024 | Blog
Introduction Picture this: a group of preschoolers huddled together, negotiating over who gets to be the pirate and who gets the treasure. As a parent, I’ve often found myself marveling (and sometimes laughing) at how intricate their social interactions can be. But...
by Lizzie McCroy | Oct 24, 2024 | Blog
Introduction Remember the days when we could spend hours building fortresses out of pillows or turn a cardboard box into a spaceship? I certainly do, and so does every parent, teacher, and preschooler alive. It might seem like harmless fun, but play is far more...
by Lizzie McCroy | Oct 3, 2024 | Blog
As a parent navigating the joys and challenges of raising little ones, I’ve come to appreciate the sheer importance of gross motor play. You see, when my toddler takes a flying leap off the couch—arms outstretched, a grin plastered on their face, and that...
