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A child doing a craft on a table
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Discover the Grow-Right Stool
Teachers say too much of table time is spent correcting disruptive behavior. Learn how the Grow-Right Stool addresses the root of the disruptions by offering a new understanding of classroom seating.
A child swinging from a bar
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Myth: Children Learn by Sitting
Why do children fidget so much when sitting? Rae Pica argues that children are naturally inclined to move and need to do so for proper learning and development.
A teacher and two children playing at a sensory table
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Strengthening Executive Function Builds Social-Emotional Competence in Young Learners
Learn why building executive function skills, creates a firm foundation for social-emotional development.
Teacher holding a baby face to face
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Cognitive Development: Thinking and Learning
High-quality learning environments provide a variety of ongoing experiences that support cognitive development in infants.
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Outlast Art Studio
Learn how the Outlast Art Studio, can support creativity right in your yard.
Two children painting on an outdoor easel
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The Best Art Studio of All: The Great Outdoors
Traditionally, art has been viewed as an indoor classroom activity. But bringing art outdoors is not only doable it is also an ideal environment for fostering children's creativity.
A boy stacking blocks.
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The Earlier the Better?
This excerpt from Rae Pica's book, "What if Everybody Understood Child Development?" discusses why pushing academics down into early childhood education, is detrimental to child development.
Teacher with two children in an early years classroom
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Reconsidering Everyday Early Childhood Practices
The complementary curriculum approach integrates diverse educational methods, supplementing traditional learning with experiential activities, real-world applications, and interdisciplinary perspectives. It cultivates well-rounded…
Gumball Tree Ornament
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Christmas Crafts
Children love using natural materials to make these festive Christmas ornaments.
Watching
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The Story of the Observer Child
Why do some children often stand on the sidelines, watching other children? Are they really playing?
Pairing
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Communicating Effectively with Children
How can we communicate effectively with children— especially during transitions and busy group times?
Outdoor Case Study
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How does Outlast Furniture support learning in the outdoor classroom?
How can Outlast Furniture support a rich, play-based outdoor learning environment?