1-2-3 Dance with Me
Did you know that experimenting with rhythm connects music, math, and culture? Model musical exploration, share in the joy, and follow children’s interests with types of music and ways to express themselves..
Creative Play
Creative play is an activity that varies across individuals, cultures, and communities. It fosters curiosity, joy, and lifelong learning, promoting accessibility and meaningfulness for all children. These resources underscore the importance of creativity in young children and support their development through playful experiences.
Playful and Fun Learning Environments for Infants and Toddlers
Through play, children learn about the world while practicing the skills that allow them to explore it. When we play with children, we provide learning environments that are rich with context and meaning. These joyful experiences help children learn!
Play Promotes Early Development: It’s Time for Play!
Children learn through play every single day. Watch these videos to find out what — and how — children learn as they play.
Playing to Learn: Benefits of Play in Early Childhood
Play is an important part of learning across the early childhood years. In this webinar, learn how play builds critical cognitive and behavioral skills across the birth to age 5 years. Find out what play looks like for infants, toddlers, and preschoolers.