Does it seem strange or perfectly normal to talk with an infant who can’t respond to you? No matter how you answer, this month we want you to start talking (even) more with your baby, toddler, and preschooler by narrating your daily activities. Before we jump into the fun stuff, let’s talk about why narrating Read More
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Activities to Foster Play and Creativity
By incorporating these activities into your daily routine, you can create a rich, playful, and creative environment that teaches your child new skills. Art Projects Set up a mini art studio at home with paper, crayons, markers, paint, and other craft supplies. Encourage your child to create their own masterpieces, whether it’s drawing, painting, or Read More
Books all about playtime
Rumble Grumble…Hush by Claudia Lively and Holly Olsen Follow a little boy through a day of imaginative play with various toys, followed by a quiet time of books and crayons as bedtime nears. Find it at the Library Lets Go Outside by Ben Lerwill Join a group of friends as they play together Read More
Tips for Encouraging Play and Creativity
Support your child’s early learning and development with these tips: Create a Stimulating Environment Designate a space in your home where your child can freely explore and play. Fill it with age-appropriate toys, art supplies, books, and other materials that encourage imaginative play and creative expression. Get Outdoors During any time of year, bring your Read More
Play Time!
We know that as a parent, you play a crucial role in your child’s early education. As the expression goes, parents are their child’s first teachers – but they are also their first playmates. One of the best ways to help your child grow and learn is through play and creativity. Play isn’t just about Read More
Activities for Iditarod fun!
We hope these activities bring the excitement of the Iditarod into your home and provide a rich learning experience for your child. Happy exploring! Iditarod Colors: Provide coloring pages of sled dogs and sleds (like the sheets at bottom of this page), encouraging your child to use a variety of colors. Ask your child what Read More
PAWS-itively great reads: Books all about the Iditarod
Kiana’s Iditarod by Shelley Gill A story about the famous 1,130-mile race as seen through the eyes of lead dog Kiana. Find it at the Library Akiak: A Tale from the Iditarod by Robert J. Blake Akiak the sled dog refuses to give up after being injured during the Iditarod sled dog race. Read More
Fun Tips all about learning about the Iditarod
Before you get right into it, educate your child about the Iditarod. You can read together, talk about any personal experience with the race, watch a video of mushing, and then add the educational concepts. Bring on the dogs: Play with dog stuffed animals, practice making dog sounds, talk about dogs you know and Read More
If it’s March in Alaska, it’s time for Iditarod!
We are excited to share this month’s newsletter, packed with fun and educational activities centered around a very special event…….. The Iditarod! The Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race is a thrilling long-distance race in Alaska that captures the spirit of adventure, teamwork, and determination. Through this theme, we’ll reinforce the concepts your child is learning, Read More
Activities to Foster Friendship Skills
Let’s work together to help our little ones become the best friends they can be! Friendship Bracelets Have children make friendship bracelets for each other. This activity promotes creativity and gives them a tangible way to show appreciation for their friends. For younger children, bracelets can be as simple as twisted pipe cleaners or Read More
