Child development tips, tools, and strategies.
Are you struggling to find age-appropriate activities that build skills and challenge your child? Every child develops in a sequence of skills that are the building blocks for their future learning. Children need multiple opportunities to develop these skills in a variety of ways and learning styles.
I believe that all children can reach their fullest possible potential through hands-on play and developmentally appropriate activities.
My mission is to provide developmental tips, tools, and strategies to help you grow hands-on kids.
Whether you are a parent, educator, therapist or other professional, this site is for you. Welcome!
Transitions. Whew, these can be a struggle sometimes can't they? You've asked your child to stop playing their game or you are getting back into school after a holiday break (hello January?!). Your child or student's emotional response to these changes can be hard to handle.We are a … Read More...
It's the most wonderful time of the year... and who doesn't love a good Christmas activity? This year I thought I would round-up some of my favorite Christmas tree fine motor activities for preschoolers. Some of these would even be great for toddlers (just watch out for small parts and mouths!). … Read More...
We've all been there... it's time for bed and your child just won't relax enough to fall asleep.First, it's needing a drink. Then they need to go to the bathroom... again.Their favorite stuffed animal is missing, or they want the door open, and then shut, and then open again.Or maybe … Read More...
