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Expert Advice
Experts agree that play has a profound impact on childhood learning. Every so often, we'll have articles, useful tips, sound advice, and the latest research from leaders in the field on children and education.
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Leah Ringelstein
director of education for Zigazoo
5 Questions to Spark Your Kids’ Creativity and Thoughtfulness
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Talia Filippelli
LCSW, CHHC, CPT, Founder of Starr Therapy
Elevate Your Parenting: Boosting Your Child’s EQ Through Play
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Mireia Lopez
Primary school teacher and Founder of Discovery Playtime
Play Helps Your Child Understand and Manage Their Emotions
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Karen Villard
Early Learning Specialist and toy designer
7 Ways to Raise an Engineer from Preschool Years
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Tovah Barocas
Earth Rangers President
Empowering Eco-Action Through Play
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Heather Welch
International Brand Manager, Edx Education
How to Encourage Math Learning During the Early Years
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Pat Rumbaugh
The Play Lady & Co-founder of www.letsplayamerica.org
10 Play Date Activities for Indoor and Outdoor Fun
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Rochelle Wainer, PhD
Senior Vice President of Global Insights, Kids2 Inc.
Boost and Sustain Your Child’s Curiosity Through Play
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Acey Holmes
Pediatric Speech Pathologist
Get Baby Talk Right with Parentese
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The Genius of Play Team
Why Jigsaw Puzzles Are Great for Kids
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Preston Blackburn
Certified Health Coach
Happy, Successful Kids Are Active Kids
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Gabrielle Felman
Early Childhood Specialist
5 Tactile Sensory Play Provocations to Promote Learning
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Janene Russell
Educator & Toy Inventor
Three Fun Ways to Get Children Back to Screen-Free Play
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Dr. Zabina Bhasin
Child psychologist
Teaching Diversity and Inclusion Through Play: Diversify the Playroom
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Peter Dargatz
Educator
Four Factors of Responsible Nature Play
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Janet Omstead
Play expert
How Adults Can Cultivate More Play into Everyday Life
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Hannah Thompson
Motivational speaker
Children with Special Needs: The Power of Imagination
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Antonia Llull
Occupational therapist
How to Build Awareness and Acknowledgement of Gratitude Through Play
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Katie Meyers
Entertainment Industry Expert
10 Fun Summer Family Activities
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Julie Burcyzk
Owner, Tools 4 Teaching
Surviving Travel with Kids of All Ages
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Pat Rumbaugh
The Play Lady & Co-founder of www.letsplayamerica.org
Let’s Play Outside
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Dr. Brian A. Stone
Senior Lecturer & Genius Expert
7 Ways to Build Identity as a Scientist Through Play
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Antonia Llull
Occupational therapist
The Road Trip Planning and Play to Make ‘Getting There’ Fun!
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Talia Filippelli
LCSW, CHHC, CPT, Founder of Starr Therapy
3 Simple Steps for Helping Your Child Navigate Anger
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Catherine Ramstetter & Charlene Woodham Brickman
Genius Experts
Recess in School is Essential Playtime: The Importance of Parent Advocacy
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Tyler Kearns
Program Coordinator, The Clayton School District's Kid Zone
How to Help Children Win Even When They Lose
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Janine Halloran
Mental Health Counselor
11 Ways Play Helps Kids Relax
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Ahren Hoffman
Certified Recreational Therapist
8 Tips to Creating Dependable Schedules
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The Genius of Play Team
Beat Burnout with These Playful Tips
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Antonia Llull
Occupational therapist
Play Activities Help Reduce Stress While Waiting
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Anna Taylor
Child Development Researcher
Why Board Games and Card Games are Important for Playtime
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Laurie Leahey
Toy Expert & Senior Editor at TTPM
DIY Pampering is a New Way to Play
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Stephanie Daniels
Child Care Consultant
Playing to Learn – Home Edition
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Dr. Amanda Gummer
Author
Five Tips for Choosing Great STEAM Toys
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Alexandra Fung
Co-founder and CEO of Upparent
7 Family Night Ideas to Get Everyone Playing Together
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Clement Chau, PhD
Director of the Learning Team, LeapFrog & VTech USA
Is My Child Too Young For STEAM?
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The Genius of Play Team
Toys Build Cognitive Skills
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Stéphanie McGuirt
Author
9 Simple Ways to Play Every Day
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Erik Fisher, Ph.D.
Emotional Dynamics expert
Fostering Independent Play
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Acey Holmes
Pediatric Speech Pathologist
Our Future Leaders Need Play NOW
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The Genius of Play Team
New Research Shows Childhood Play Impacts Future Career Paths
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The Genius of Play Team
Toys Build Creativity
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The Genius of Play Team
Toys Build Communication Skills
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The Genius of Play Team
Playtime: It’s Not Just for Kids, Say Experts
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Janene Russell
Educator & Toy Inventor
The New Parent Role: How to Manage Your “Just Right” Balance
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Dave Schultze
Founder & Creator of Gridopolis Games
How Game Design Fosters STEAM Learning and Promotes Dynamic Play
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The Genius of Play Team
Toys Build Social Skills
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Ahren Hoffman
Certified Recreational Therapist
The Art of Our Five Senses
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Kevin Veltri
Fab Youth Philly
5 Fun Activities to Play in your Backyard
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Elizabeth Walsh
Speech Language Pathologist
4 Ways to Boost Language Skills Through Playing Games
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The Genius of Play Team
Toys Build Physical Skills
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The Genius of Play Team
New Survey Finds Play is #1 on the List for Summer Plans
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Mary Higbe
Director of Marketing at Goliath Games
Kids Learn to Navigate the World Through Games
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Heather Welch
International Brand Manager, Edx Education
Playing and Learning is a Family Adventure
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Talia Filippelli
LCSW, CHHC, CPT, Founder of Starr Therapy
How to Discuss Stressful Situations with Kids
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The Genius of Play Team
Toys Build Emotional Skills
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Dr. Jennifer Zubler
Pediatrician
7 Tips to Help You Choose Baby Toys
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Tyler Kearns
Program Coordinator, The Clayton School District's Kid Zone
5 Fun Gym Class Activities to Keep Kids Active During Virtual Learning
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The Genius of Play Team
4 Tips to Raise Earth-Conscious Kids
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Dr. Debmita Dutta
Parenting consultant & Author
6 Kinds of Play to Increase Your Child’s Learning Capacity During Social Distancing
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Malte Niebelschuetz
Founder & CEO of Shore Buddies
The Importance of Sustainability in Play
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Robin Shaw
Education expert and toy advocate
How to Teach Your Child to be Unbiased with Toys and Play
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The Genius of Play Team
Play: A Tool to Fight Pandemic Isolation & Loneliness
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Dr. Kim Van Dusen
Registered Play Therapist
Play Ideas for Children with Autism Spectrum Disorder
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Dr. Alissa Lange
Fulbright Scholar and Institute of Educational Sciences Postdoctoral Fellow
Playful Preschool STEM: 3 Tips to Support Your Young Learner
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Erik Fisher, Ph.D.
Emotional Dynamics expert
The Art of Play Therapy
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Kristy Pepping
Content Supervisor
10 Play Ideas for Unplugged Fun at Home
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Marie LaPlante
CMO of Learning Resources, Inc.
Educational Toys Help Parents Play it Smart During at Home Learning
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Richard Dickson
President and Chief Operating Officer
Landmark Study Shows Doll Play Nurtures Empathy
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The Genius of Play Team
Fun Games to Play to Make Your Kid a Financial Genius
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Keri Wilmot
Occupational therapist and toy expert
Top 10 Learning Games for Toddlers
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Jon Paul Dyson
Vice President, The Strong Museum of Play
Top 10 Reasons to Play
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Dr. Brian A. Stone
Senior Lecturer & Genius Expert
Pathways to Genius: Curiosity, Wonder, and Play in STEAM
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The Genius of Play Team
10 Fun Play-and-Learn Activities for Distance Learning
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Janene Russell
Educator & Toy Inventor
5 Fun Tips To Encourage Kids to Wear Masks
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Dr. Robyn Koslowitz
Clinical psychologist
Kids Learn Perseverance at the Playground
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Keri Wilmot
Occupational therapist and toy expert
15 Fun Games & Activities for When Grandma and Grandpa Take Care of the Kids
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Dr. Hayley van Zwanenberg
Psychiatrist
How Play Can Help Children Adjust to Post-Lockdown Life
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Antonia Llull
Occupational therapist
Playing Games with your Auditorily Sensitive Child
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Anna Yudina
Director of Marketing Initiatives, The Toy Association™
Educational Play Is Best School Prep for Kids During Pandemic
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Dr. Amanda Gummer
Author
Play to Teach Social Skills Before Your Child Reaches Kindergarten
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The Genius of Play Team
10 Sensory Play Ideas for Children with Special Needs
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Keri Wilmot
Occupational therapist and toy expert
11 Fun (and Safe) Games to Play in the Pool
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Tyler Kearns
Program Coordinator, The Clayton School District's Kid Zone
Bring Camp Activities to Your Backyard
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The Genius of Play Team
12 Fun Outdoor Games and Activities
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Ellen Lambert
Interim Executive Director, The Toy Foundation
Teaching Diversity & Inclusion Through Play
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Pat Rumbaugh
The Play Lady & Co-founder of www.letsplayamerica.org
C’mon Over for an Outdoor Play Date
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The Genius of Play Team
Fun Playtime Ideas for Dads and Kids
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Keri Wilmot
Occupational therapist and toy expert
13 Fun Games & Play Ideas When the Babysitter is in Charge
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Diane Goyette
Owner, Early Childhood Specialties LLC
How Toys and Games Help Kids Learn to Show Affection
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Diane Goyette
Owner, Early Childhood Specialties LLC
Supporting Social Play: Helping Children Learn Social Skills from Play
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Crystal Radke
Educational leader and author
Playing with STEM at Home for Young Learners
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Cori Bower & Kathy Hirsh-Pasek
Genius Experts
Learning Games & Toys for Preschoolers
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Keri Wilmot
Occupational therapist and toy expert
14 Ways to Help Teenagers Cope During A Crisis
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Ellen Metrick
Human Factors Specialist with UL, LLC
The Four Gift Rule for Kids with Special Needs
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Keri Wilmot
Occupational therapist and toy expert
13 Virtual Play Ideas
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Dr. Brian A. Stone
Professor and Author
6 Ways to Learn Science Through Play
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Avital Schreiber Levy
Mindful Parenting Coach
Play IS the Point
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Erik Fisher, Ph.D.
Emotional Dynamics expert
Holiday Survival Guide: 5 Traditions to Start This Season
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Meredith Sinclair
The Genius of Play Ambassador
Vacation is for Playing
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Talia Filippelli
LCSW, CHHC, CPT, Founder of Starr Therapy
Rx: Playtime
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Dr. Erik Fisher, Ph.D. & Talia Filippelli
Genius Experts
Helping Kids Cope with Stress
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The Genius of Play Team
5 Games to Play in the Car
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Amy Eisenmann & Helen Hadani, Ph.D.
Educators
Communication + Collaboration = Connections
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Keri Wilmot
Occupational therapist and toy expert
8 Ways to Declutter Your Child's Room
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Dr. Amanda Gummer
Author
Answers to Common Questions During COVID-19 Crisis
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Renée Dinnerstein
Early Childhood Educator
17 Songs to Sing Together with Your Kids
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Tyler Kearns & Dr. Brian A. Stone
Genius Experts
How to Keep Homebound Kids Engaged in Learning During Uncertain Times
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Jill Jayne, MS, RD
Nutritionist
How to Incorporate Play to Practice Heathy Habits
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The Genius of Play Team
Top 20 Indoor Activities to Get Kids Up and Moving
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The Genius of Play Team
Fun Toys and Games to Play Indoors
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Adrienne Appell
Senior Director, Strategic Communications, The Toy Association
Learning At-Home Resources While Social Distancing
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Antonia Llull
Occupational therapist
How to Get a Goodnight’s Sleep
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Daniel W. Hatcher
Director of Community Partnerships, Alliance for a Healthier Generation
Rainy Day Fun to Encourage Healthy Eating
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Benjamin Farrey-Latz
Educator
Tips to Help You Calm an Upset Child
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Amy Eisenmann & Helen Hadani, Ph.D.
Educators
To Prep Your Child for the Real World, Let Them Pretend!
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Anna Yudina
Director of Marketing Initiatives, The Toy Association™
Winter Boredom Busters for the Entire Family
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Lisa Smith
M.A. DEVM, Columbia University, is an Educational Consultant
Child’s Play is as Easy as 1, 2, 3!
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Jacqueline Cucco
The Toy Insider
Start ‘Em Young!
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Dr. Amanda Gummer
Author
8 Tips to Encourage Play Between Siblings
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Amy Eisenmann & Helen Hadani, Ph.D.
Educators
Take a Brain Break!
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Madeleine Buckley
The Toy Insider
3 Ways to Be a Winner!
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Antonia Llull
Occupational therapist
5 Play Activities that Promote Play with Your Tactile Defensive Child
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William Doyle & Pasi Sahlberg
Authors
Playtime is a Back-to-School Essential
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Dr. Amanda Gummer
Author
14 Reasons to Play at Every Age
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Jacqueline Cucco
The Toy Insider
Don’t Stress the Mess!
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Renée Dinnerstein
Early Childhood Educator
Is Kindergarten Ready for the Child?
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Amy Eisenmann & Helen Hadani, Ph.D.
Educators
Messing About: Explore to Learn about the World
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Madeleine Buckley
The Toy Insider
Building Toys, Building Skills
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Antonia Llull
Occupational therapist
Yummy Sensory Summer Fun!
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Pat Rumbaugh
The Play Lady & Co-founder of www.letsplayamerica.org
10 Reasons Why You Should Start a Play Club in Your School
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Amy Eisenmann & Helen Hadani, Ph.D.
Educators
5 Tips to Encourage Risk-Friendly Play
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Dr. Sandra J. Stone
Professor Emeritus, Northern Arizona University
Play, Symbols, and Literacy
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Jacqueline Cucco
The Toy Insider
Go Out and Play!
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Ellen Metrick
Human Factors Specialist with UL, LLC
5 Up, 5 Down! 10 Activities to Satisfy Sensory Needs
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Amy Eisenmann & Helen Hadani, Ph.D.
Educators
State of Flow: The Benefits of Child-Directed Play
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Madeleine Buckley
The Toy Insider
Cuddle, Comfort, Create
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Lisa Smith
M.A. DEVM, Columbia University, is an Educational Consultant
There’s More Than Fun to Games
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Helen Hadani, Ph.D.
Director of Research, Bay Area Discovery Museum
Six Ways to Promote Creativity in Children
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Daniel W. Hatcher
Director of Community Partnerships, Alliance for a Healthier Generation
Playful Learning at the Kitchen Table
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Jacqueline Cucco
The Toy Insider
Let’s Trade!
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Madeleine Buckley
The Toy Insider
Ready, Set, Playsets!
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Thomas Rendon
Coordinator of the Iowa Head Start State Collaboration Office with the Iowa Department of Education
Putting Play Back into our Preschools and Kindergartens: What Parents Can Do
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Dr. Amanda Gummer
Author
The Ultimate Gifting Guide
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Keri Wilmot
Occupational therapist and toy expert
The Benefits of Dress-Up Play
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Antonia Llull
Occupational therapist
How to Play with a Child who has Sensory Processing Disorder
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David Kleeman
President of the American Center for Children
Finding Classic Play Patterns in Digital Toys
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Myae Han
Professor at the University of Delaware
Benefits of Pretend Play - Language & Literacy Learning for kids
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Kathleen Alfano
Child Development and Play Expert
10 Ways Adults Can Be More Playful
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Pat Rumbaugh
The Play Lady & Co-founder of www.letsplayamerica.org
5 Suggestions for Grandparents and Grandkids to Have Fun Together
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Karen Peterson
CEO National Girls Collaborative
5 Powerful Ways Play Builds STEAM Skills
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Debora B. Wisneski, PhD & Carol Burk
Professors
All Work and No Play: The Importance of Balancing School & Play
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Dr. Amanda Gummer
Author
Let The Imagination Run Wild!: 1-2 Years
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Melissa Bernstein
Co-Founder and Chief Creative Officer of Melissa & Doug
5 Reasons Why Failure Is a Good Thing
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Keri Wilmot
Occupational therapist and toy expert
Five Indoor Activities for Rainy Day Play
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Meredith Sinclair
The Genius of Play Ambassador
Play Ideas & Tips for Summer Break - A List for Kids on Vacation
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Deborah Stevens-Smith & Jami Murdock
Educators
7 Elements of Play: Sensory Development
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Deborah Stevens-Smith & Jami Murdock
Educators
Expert Advice on Most Impactful Elements of Play - Swinging Children
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Deborah Stevens-Smith & Jami Murdock
Educators
What's Play Climbing and Brachiating - Benefits for Kids Ages 5 and Up
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Deborah Stevens-Smith & Jami Murdock
Educators
Genius & Expert Advice - 7 elements of play spinning for children
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Deborah Stevens-Smith & Jami Murdock
Educators
Expert Advice - Brachiating and The Elements of Playing Importance
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Deborah Stevens-Smith & Jami Murdock
Educators
Genius & Expert Advice - 7 Elements of Play Sliding for Children
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Deborah Stevens-Smith & Jami Murdock
Educators
7 Elements of Play: Balancing
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Paulene Kamps
Educator and Child Psychologist
Clumsy or Uncoordinated Youngster? Play Can Help
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Keri Wilmot
Occupational therapist and toy expert
7 Playful Gross Motor Activities Your Preschooler Will Love
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Ellen Metrick
Human Factors Specialist with UL, LLC
Tricks for Focus During Play
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Ya'ara Bashan Haham
Researcher, Consultant, Playground planner and Author
Hanging on the Monkey Bars: Benefits of Using the Neighborhood Playground
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Kristen Sipe
Occupational Therapist
How to Help Autistic Children With Play
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Ellen Metrick
Human Factors Specialist
Sensory Play for Kids with Special Needs
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Joyce Hemphill
Author
The Benefits of Playing From Scratch
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Kathy Hirsh-Pasek & Jennifer M. Zosh
Professors
Toys are Tools & Science of Learning - Discovery, Exploration for kids
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Claire Green
President of the Parents' Choice Foundation
Why You Should Be Mixing Up Play
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Preethi Vickram
Founder of The LIFE India
Leadership Development through Superhero Play, Up, Up and Away!
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Kathleen Alfano
Child Development and Play Expert
Benefits of Playing with Young Kids and Children - The Balance of Play
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Nancy Schulman
Head of the Early Learning Center at Avenues: The World School
Where There’s Play, There’s Learning
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Yesim Kunter
Play Expert & Futurist
Benefits of Playing - Raising Creative Kids and Playful Thinkers
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Talia Filippelli
LCSW, CHHC, CPT
Benefits of Playing with Young Kids and Children - The Balance of Play
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Debora B. Wisneski, PhD
Professor
The Benefits of Play-Based Preschools
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Erik Fisher, Ph.D.
Emotional Dynamics expert
Mixing Up the Way Kids Play
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C. Ross Flatt
Manager of Programs, Institute of Play
The Best Way to Engage Students Today? Introduce Play-Based Learning into Your School
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Anastasia Sullwold Ristau
PhD, Licensed Psychologist
Benefits of Playing - Power of Practice through Play with Kids
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Dr. Amanda Gummer
Author
Developing Social Skills: Ages 4-5
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Dr. Rebecca Klemm
Author
From Toy Trucks to Trade
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Dr. Amanda Gummer
Author
Strengthening Language through Play: 2-3 years old
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Erik Fisher, Ph.D.
Emotional Dynamics expert
The Power of Play: Building Your Emotional Skillset
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Talia Filippelli
LCSW, CHHC, CPT
5 Reasons Laughter is the Best Medicine
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Dr. Amanda Gummer
Author
Ideas for Kitchen Play and Fun for Kids 6 to 12 Months
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Dr. Amanda Gummer
Author
The Role of Play for Newborn The Child Development: Playing at 0-6 Months
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Deborah Skolnik
Writer, editor, and content manager
Fast Fun!
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Darri Stephens
Senior Director, Common Sense Education
What if...?
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Meredith Sinclair
The Genius of Play Ambassador
Constructing Communication
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Laura Klenk, Ph. D.
Associate Professor, Department of Elementary Education & Reading at Buffalo State College
Playing With Literacy
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Erik Fisher, Ph.D.
Emotional Dynamics expert
Genius Summer Vaction Ideas for Kids - Age - 6-, 7-, 8- & 9-year olds
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Meredith Sinclair
The Genius of Play Ambassador
Genius of Play... Encouraging Creativity through Play
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Meredith Sinclair
The Genius of Play Ambassador
A Return Active Play From Videogames & Internet to Playtime at Home
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Natascha Crandall, Ph.D.
Children’s Media Educational Consultant & President, Crandall Consulting, LLC
The Importance of GRIT
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Erik Fisher, Ph.D.
Emotional Dynamics expert
Boosting Brain Power: Playing A Game Can Do All That!
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Erik Fisher, Ph.D.
Emotional Dynamics expert
Developing Social Skills: The Hidden Genius in Unstructured Play
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Timothy Culbert
Developmental / Behavioral Pediatrician
Playful Stress Management Skills For Kids
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Peter Gray
Psychologist & Author
The Evolutionary Importance of Self-Directed Play
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