The #StayAtHome order will be lifted eventually. And when it does I have a feeling everyone is going to want to get outdoors! Spending time in Mother Nature is healthy for young and old. Camping outdoors might be something you're looking forward to--if so then this sponsored post is just what you need. Thanks to Deepbluemountain's chief writer Harsh Paul for this very informative article! Yours in PLAY! Teacher Karen 9 Helpful Tips for Camping with Kids Camping is an adventure into … [Read more...]
Creating Schedules–Managing Stress for Your Child
Pandemics certainly qualify as stressful times for children. Other Life events like divorce, illness (or death), or moving are full of stress too. It’s during times of stress or uncertainty children find comfort in routines. Schedules are routines put to paper, whiteboard chart, or electronically on your phone. It’s the predictability of schedules that lets children know what to expect. CHANGE is the Only Constant in Life... Right now families are in the midst of dealing with the coronavirus. … [Read more...]
It’s Your Move: Why Playing Board Games is Important
A fact: Children learn best through PLAY. The genius of PLAY is there are many and varied types of PLAY. When you understand what is possible with PLAY, you’ll want to facilitate as many PLAY situations for the kiddos in your Life as possible! Board games are a type of play; namely play that has rules. Since board games are a type of PLAY, it would follow they'd offer lots of learning opportunities. Below are some. Family That PLAYS Together Stays Together When I’m out at a restaurant, too … [Read more...]
Instead of Screen Time
Has screen time invaded your kiddo's day again? We've just come off #ReadAcrossAmericaWeek with the #NationalDayOfUnplugging ending that week. There were probably lots and lots of activities, both inside and out, for your child to try. Now schools across the country have been shut down due to the coronavirus outbreak. With children remaining home you may have heard: There's NOTHING to DO.... ____I'm BORED!! (imagine whining on the 1st line; exasperation on the 2nd) Sure handing over a … [Read more...]
Book Lovers Day–My Perfect Excuse
Did you know August 9th is Book Lovers Day? They say the 1st step in dealing with any problem is acknowledging there is a problem. Well I have made it known, over and over, I have a weakness for children's books. And especially on this #BookLoversDay I wouldn't think of trying to rein in my obsession! I got to thinking about fun activities families do during the summer and camping came to mind. Why? Because one of the de rigueur duties associated with camping is telling stories around the … [Read more...]