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Expert Advice
Experts agree that play has a profound impact on childhood learning. Every so often, we'll have articles, useful tips, sound advice, and the latest research from leaders in the field on children and education.
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Andrew Quartin & Nicole Blake
Play Experts
Podcasts and Playtime Can Create a More Immersive, Fun, and Enriching Experience for Families
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Chip & Dana Brown
Storyastic Co-Founders
The Powerful Benefits of Playing in the Real-World
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Rocio Espinosa
Code Galaxy contributor
Connecting the Dots: The Synergy Between Coding and STEM Learning
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Amanda Sullivan
Senior Program Developer at National Girls Collaborative Project
Using Play to Spark Girls’ Interest and Confidence in STEM
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Sara Kobilka & Alexa Maille
Afterschool education coaches
Preparing Yourself for Play: The Importance of Purposeful Questions
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Alejandra Leyva
Wellness expert
5 Ways Vision Boards Can Boost Your Child's Imagination and Creativity
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Vanessa Pavelock
Educator
Inviting Dramatic Play Back into the “Played Out” Space
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Kristin Gigliotti
Educator & hand2mind Development Editor
Connecting Home and School Through the Science of Reading and Multisensory Activities
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Dr. Amanda Gummer
Author
Teaching Kids How to Deal with Bullies at Play
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Mikki Martin
Co-founder, Brand X Method®
Movement Play Enhances Learning in a Big Way
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Sharon Perry
Remote worker mom
8 Tips for Nurturing Your Child's Quest for Knowledge
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Pamela Brill
Journalist
LEGOLAND Survey: Why Adults Should Take Time to Play
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Rachelle Carter
Co-director of Madeleine Lindley Ltd
Unleashing Imagination: The Magic of “Story Sacks” in Elevating Children's Development & Learning
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Allison Miller
Founder & CEO of Happy Camper Live
How To Bring the Magic of Summer Camp to Your Home 365 Days a Year
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Natalia Kucirkova
Professor of Early Childhood Education & Development
Unlocking the Power of Smell in Your Child's Play
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The Toy Association
Top Tips for Safe Play this Spring & Summer Season
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Talia Filippelli
Founder, Starr Therapy
Playtime: Shouldn't This Be Fun?
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Pamela Mastrota
Executive Director, The Toy Foundation
The Power of Play to Support Mental and Behavioral Health
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Teresa Siqueira
Content manager, Porch.com
Calm Home, Calm Mind – Tips for Less Stress at Home
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Julie Burcyzk
Owner, Tools 4 Teaching
Surviving Travel with Kids of All Ages
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Dr. Anton Shcherbakov
Licensed psychologist
Play to Learn Critical Social & Emotional Life Skills
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Antonia Llull
Occupational therapist
The Power of Play: Nurturing Self-Esteem, Self-Empathy, and Self-Advocacy in Children
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Antonia Llull
Occupational therapist
The Road Trip Planning and Play to Make ‘Getting There’ Fun!
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Tyler Kearns
Missouri’s After School Program Director Chair
Recycling + Creativity = Upcycling
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Shelly Mazzanoble
Dungeons & Dragons Senior Brand Manager
How Dungeons & Dragons Levels Up Learning
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Tovah Barocas
Earth Rangers President
Empowering Eco-Action Through Play
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Antonia Llull
Occupational therapist
‘Let’s Play - A Playbook for Kids of All Abilities’ Nurtures Growth and Inclusivity
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Kim Cunningham
Pediatric occupational therapist
How Play Facilitates the Benefits of Occupational Therapy
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Sean Barton & Haley MacLean
Genius Experts
5 Reasons to Incorporate STEM Education and Sports
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Rebecca Horrace & Laura Dattile
Genius Experts
Learning Through Play: Nurturing Diverse and Inclusive Classrooms
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Janine Halloran
Mental Health Counselor
11 Ways Play Helps Kids Relax
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Antonia Llull
Occupational therapist
How to Build Awareness and Acknowledgement of Gratitude Through Play
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Emilia Orviss
Play Champion at the Good Play Guide
Winter Play Ideas for Kids of All Ages
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