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Megan Pittsinger It’s that time of year again, the days are getting shorter and the temperatures are getting colder. It’s also that time of year when we need to have indoor gross motor activity ideas

Angel Avery-Wright I had the pleasure of watching a group of school aged children from Active Learning Centers complete a group activity: the building challenge. These children really enjoyed the exercise and I want to

Kelli Harris Each February, the American Dental Association (ADA) sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month to raise awareness about the importance of oral health. This month-long observance brings together thousands of health care providers and

Kitty Syster After-school programs are always rushed for time, when trying to make an impact on the children they serve. By the time all the busses arrive and basic routines are complete, it seems like

Kitty Syster We all know hand washing is important to reduce the spread of germs. We also know that there is a right way and many not as effective ways to wash hands. Below are

Angel Avery-Wright Ever wonder what else there is to do with play dough? Standard play dough tools include cutting tools, rollers and cookie cutters. Children often play with play dough on plastic trays. Children create

Leah Zabari I am sure by now that you all have seen the Netflix show, Tidying Up with Maria Kondo who “works with her clients to clear out their clutter and choose joy.” I don’t

Suzanne Glenn It is wonderful when children have the opportunity to interact with nature. Of course, this can be accomplished by taking the children outdoors to explore what nature has to offer. Having living plants

Natalie Grebe Now that classrooms are settling into a new school year, many teachers will be planning Fall activities and themes. In Pennsylvania, October not only means chillier days on the playground and colored leaves

Erin DelRegno  “How much good inside a day? Depends on how good you live ‘em. How much love inside a friend? Depends how much you give ‘em.”  - Shel Silverstein, A Light in the Attic