Modular, flexible seating provides an easy way for toddlers and kids to say to their fellow students “Pull up a chair and let’s collaborate”, without ever uttering a word. Encouraging kids to collaborate on projects, and to learn to use critical thinking skills as they work on projects with More…
Goodbye, 2020! Hello, 2021… Let’s take a look at some amazing trends for this year and how you can implement them in your classroom or home. The one thing we know for sure about 2021 is, no matter where your child is learning, it definitely looks different than More…
Every child can benefit from sensory play activities. It stimulates the brain and builds neural pathways that improve sensory processing systems. Many sensory activities are also used to encourage social play and pretend play. Engaging 2-3 of your child’s senses during any one activity is usually considered a job More…
Wikipedia: “Placemaking is a multi-faceted approach to the planning, design, and management of public spaces. Placemaking capitalizes on a local community’s assets, inspiration, and potential, with the intention of creating public spaces that promote people’s health, happiness, and well-being.” When city planners started using placemaking to create social and fun communities, it wasn’t surprising More…
Everyone loves to shop during the holidays. Black Friday after Thanksgiving is now followed by Cyber Monday as a response to America’s growing inclination to shop online. Whether we are shopping online, live streaming our favorite television shows, or just “Googling” information, Americans of all ages spend a lot More…