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Educational Benefits of Aquariums

August 20, 2014 by Monica Atkins 4 Comments
Educational Benefits of Aquariums

“Every time you dive, you hope you’ll see something new – some new species. Sometimes the ocean gives you a gift, sometimes it doesn’t.” – James Cameron The director of Titanic, James Cameron, directed a sleeper film many years before his blockbuster called Abyss. In this science fiction film, he takes the viewers to the … [Read more…]

Posted in: Child Development, Education, Travel Tagged: aquariums

Ready, Set…Play! The Benefits of Open-Ended Play at Home

August 19, 2014 by Jessica Lopa 4 Comments
Ready, Set...Play

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…]

Posted in: Benefits of Play, Child Development, Parenting Tagged: child development, education, learning through play, open-ended play

Summer Sensory Learning

August 12, 2014 by Monica Atkins Leave a Comment
summer sensory learning

Did you know that babies absorb information by utilizing all their senses? It is not uncommon to see a baby chew on an object to better understand that item. As they mature, they further explore utilizing other senses. This information provides them with feedback that helps them to better understand the world that surrounds them. … [Read more…]

Posted in: Child Development, Homeschool Activities, Learning Through Play, Sensory Learning Tagged: child development, education, learning through play, make your own toys, sensory play, special education, special needs

Get Active, Get Outdoors and Make a Difference: Summer Fun for Tweens and Teens

August 9, 2014 by Jessica Lopa Leave a Comment
Get Active_ Teens

My friend, and Mommy University reader, recently asked for help in coming up with fun and inexpensive ideas to keep her tweens and teens busy this summer. So I got to thinking! The pre-teen and teen years are such important times in a person’s life. It is when we discover who we are and what … [Read more…]

Posted in: Child Development, Outdoor Adventures, Parenting Tagged: Pre-teens, summer activities, Teens, Tweens, volunteering

Delta Children Max Stroller

August 5, 2014 by Jessica Lopa 4 Comments
Max Stroller

In full disclosure, Delta Children provided me with a Max Ultimate Stroller at no cost in exchange for an HONEST review. Did you know that a reliable and safe stroller is critical in helping your child develop and grow? In order to be available to learn and take in new experiences, children need to feel … [Read more…]

Posted in: Child Development, Parenting Tagged: Reviews, Strollers, traveling with kids

Learn the Alphabet : Summer Edition

July 30, 2014 by Jessica Lopa 3 Comments
learn the alphabet summer edition

It is never too early to start exposing your kids to letters and words. Although letter recognition is not a focus until preschool and kindergarten, it is important to introduce letters to your kids as early as possible. This starts by reading to your kids every night beginning from birth! Aside from reading each night, … [Read more…]

Posted in: Child Development, Education, Homeschool Activities, Reading Tagged: child development, education, learning the alphabet, letter recognition, preschool, reading, toddler, Writing

How to Plan an Educational Countdown to Disney World

July 23, 2014 by Jessica Lopa 2 Comments
How to Plan A Countdown to Disney World

Disney Vacation Booked – Check Dining Reservations Confirmed – Check Fast Passes Chosen – Check Now what? As many Disney enthusiasts know, planning a Disney vacation is almost as fun and exciting as the vacation itself! I have always said that vacationing in Disney is an art form. There is so much to know and … [Read more…]

Posted in: Child Development, Disney, Education, Travel

10 Brain Boosting Summer Experiences in New Jersey

July 18, 2014 by Jessica Lopa 6 Comments
Summer experiences-3

Are you looking for something fun and exciting to do this summer that will also boost your child’s academic and cognitive development? Well, of course your answer is YES! There are so many wonderful activities, events and places to see over the summer in New Jersey that it is hard to narrow down the choices. … [Read more…]

Posted in: Child Development, Education, NJ Brain Boosting Events, NJ Day Trips, Outdoor Adventures, Travel Tagged: child development, new jersey activities, new jersey travel, Places to See in NJ, traveling in new jersey

Build, Create, Play: The Benefits of Playing with Building Toys

July 16, 2014 by Jessica Lopa 17 Comments
Benefits of Building Toys

 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…]

Posted in: Benefits of Play, Child Development, Education, Learning Through Play Tagged: building toys, development, learning through play, Legos

Kids and Science: A Perfect Match

July 11, 2014 by Jessica Lopa Leave a Comment
Kids and Science

Science is all around us! We never have to go far to point out something scientific to our children. It is in our homes, in our bodies, outside; it is EVERYWHERE! Science is the perfect subject for kids as children are naturally curious. They use all their senses to observe and learn about the world … [Read more…]

Posted in: Child Development, Health and Sciences Tagged: development, kids and science, love of science
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