Parents have a natural inclination to want their children to do things they are good at, maybe because it also reflects well on them. Having a child with a talent for art or dance is often something to show off. But I soon realized that it was more important …
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2022 Toy Trends: Connection, Sustainability & Social Justice
February is typically the month of toys for me. It’s a sneak peek into all the fun, imaginative and educational products making their debut. Pre-pandemic, I would be coming back from New York and the North American International Toy Fair at the Javits Center. For the second year, Toy Fair …
Read More »In praise of fridge art We do so much more when we foster creativity
How many of your child’s first experiments with crayons and paint are still on your refrigerator — or even preserved in a box in the basement? Drawing, painting, sculpting, weaving and building are important symbolic languages for children. Their creative experiences contribute to overall development in fundamental ways. As they …
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