by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Sep 9, 2024 | Curiosity
Ooey, gooey, sticky, squishy, smooth, fun stuff! Whether you’re mixing up colorful bags of shaving cream, playing a sensory treasure hunt game, or bulldozing beans and flour, sensory activities for toddlers are a great way to introduce kids to the wonderful world of...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Sep 7, 2024 | Core Skills
Your child is in elementary school, and they’re happy, making friends, and navigating their way through each day. But how do you know if they’re where they should be academically? What should a 2nd grader know by the end of the school year, and how can you help? In...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Aug 25, 2024 | Creativity
Physical play is the cornerstone of early childhood development because it has a direct impact on a wide variety of physical, cognitive, social, and emotional skills that are essential for healthy growth. What’s more, physical play often involves other types of...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Aug 20, 2024 | Curiosity
For many kids, there comes a stage when they’re always tugging on your sleeve and asking you to play with them. It’s hard to resist that adorable face, but sometimes you need a little time to get things done. Around then, you might find yourself starting to wonder...
by Dr. Jody Sherman LeVos | Aug 17, 2024 | Core Skills
When your child finishes first grade, you want them to have the skills necessary to succeed in second grade. But what exactly should a first grader know by the end of the school year? While every child learns at their own pace and each school may have slightly...