Battleship, scrabble and monopoly were the board games in my closet as a child. They were so much fun to play; however, as parents, we take a closer look at these games to see how they build skills such as critical thinking, deductive reasoning, a strong vocabulary and an understanding of finance. It is not … [Read more…]
We are so excited to partner with the Toy Industry Association to bring you this post. Although there was compensation involved, I truly believe in their Genius of Play mission which is to engage children in meaningful play opportunities so they can grow and develop into well-rounded adults. This belief perfectly aligns with our beliefs at Mommy University; … [Read more…]
Do your kids LOVE open play sessions at your local playground or indoor play place? For most of you, the answer is a resounding YES! Kids love to run around, climb, jump and play. BUT did you know about all the amazing developmental benefits of this type of play? When kids attend open play sessions … [Read more…]
Today kids are so scheduled, bouncing from one activity or event to another, that we often forget how important it is to let our kids just play! I have to admit I am guilty of this at times. I am so busy trying to make sure my kids are engaging in fun experiences and programs … [Read more…]
We all know that playing with building toys is beneficial for kids but did anyone ever tell you why? Building toys have significant cognitive and academic benefits for children of all ages. Not only are they fun and exciting, but they help kids develop a wide variety of skills and abilities. They help prepare kids for … [Read more…]
During the summer of 2014, to honor the 2014 FIFA World Cup, I decided to put together a list showing some of the benefits of playing soccer. Once you read this list, which is certainly not exhaustive, you can clearly see why soccer is the #1 sport in the world! FIFA World Cup took over … [Read more…]