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Child Development

Everything you need to know about play and child development. How to help your child build the skills they need to grow and learn.

Screen Conscious Parenting: How Mindful Tech Use Shapes Our Family Life
Child Development | Parenting Resources

Screen Conscious Parenting: How Mindful Tech Use Shapes Our Family Life

Teaching the second grade reading level
Child Development | Learn | Uncategorized

Ready, Set, Read! A Parent’s Guide to the Second Grade Reading Level

best soil for mud play for kids
Child Development | Play

The Best Soil for Mud Play [and why mud play matters]

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Child Development | Parenting Resources | Social & Emotional Development

Calming an Overstimulated Child: Tips and Strategies for Parents

A Parents Guide to the Difference Between Fine and Gross Motor Skills
Child Development | parenting | Parenting Resources

A Parents Guide to the Difference Between Fine and Gross Motor Skills

Unraveling the Importance of Drawing and Painting in Child Development
Child Development | Parenting Resources

How To Teach Colors To A 2 Year Old

What Are Critical Thinking Skills? Here’s How to Help Your Kids Develop Them
Child Development | Fostering Life Skills | Parenting Resources

What Are Critical Thinking Skills? Here’s How to Help Your Kids Develop Them

The Importance of Early Childhood Education [Everything you need to know so your child can thrive]
Child Development | education

The Importance of Early Childhood Education [Everything you need to know so your child can thrive]

Montessori Parenting: Benefits, Pros & Cons
Child Development | Fostering Life Skills | Learn | parenting | Parenting Resources | Thrive

Montessori Parenting: Benefits, Pros & Cons

child led learning
Child Development | Learn | Parenting Resources

What is Child-Led Learning? (Explained + Examples)

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Together we’ll slow down, stop rushing our kids through life and raise lifelong learners who will become confident and independent adults. 

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Alanna Gallo

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✨ Screen conscious parenting
✨ Let’s prioritize play + exploration
✨ Mom x 4, former teacher with M.Ed
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Worldschooling ❤️What is worldschooling and Worldschooling ❤️What is worldschooling and why do we choose it for our family.Feel free to drop your comments here.
Want to build a brighter future for our kids? 🌍 Want to build a brighter future for our kids? 🌍Here’s how small choices now can make a big impact later 👇🏻📚 Read books about different cultures: Builds empathy and broadens their worldview, helping them see and appreciate diverse perspectives and a deeper appreciation humanity.✈️ Travel to new places: Immerses them in new environments, fostering adaptability and a sense of wonder. Teaches them about other cultures, religious views and ways of life.👫 Build community: Teaches them connection, the value of relationships, gives a sense of belonging and builds understanding.🎨 Encourage free play: Sparks creativity, independence, and problem-solving skills that empower lifelong learning.🌳Spend time in nature: Boosts their physical and mental well-being, grounding them in the importance of protecting our planet.💬 Teach social and emotional skills: Equips them with resilience, empathy, and the confidence to handle challenges.Change starts in our homes with how we raise our kids. Each of these small but powerful actions sets the stage for confident, compassionate, and capable adults ready to make a difference. 🌱✨
I’m a mom to four kids 9 and under AND an expert I’m a mom to four kids 9 and under AND an expert in play who NEVER SETS UP ACTIVITIES for my kids.Here’s why I don’t feel guilty about that 👇🏻1️⃣ Encourages Problem-Solving and Independence: When kids play independently, they have to figure things out on their own. This kind of unstructured play nurtures critical thinking and helps them feel capable without needing adult guidance every step of the way.2️⃣ Boosts Creativity and Imagination: With fewer adult led activities kids get to rely on their own imagination. Boredom is a powerful motivator for creativity, giving them the freedom to explore ideas that wouldn’t fit into any adult-planned setup.3️⃣ Builds Confidence in Self-Directed Learning: Kids gain confidence when they discover that they can entertain themselves. They realize they’re capable of learning and exploring on their own terms, which is a huge part of building self-confidence and resilience. Letting them lead their play helps them develop a love of learning that isn’t driven by someone else’s agenda.So, if you’re feeling guilty for not setting up activities STOP IT! See it as a gift you’re giving your kids ❤️
We live in a culture where we’re told that more We live in a culture where we’re told that more toys, more tech, and more activities will make our kids happier and more successful.But what if it’s doing the opposite?What if all this ‘stuff’ is actually robbing them of the chance to learn who they are, to try new things, and to feel the satisfaction of discovery on their own?Less stuff, more life – because in the end, it’s the experiences, not the things, that truly shape who they become.Just some food for thought ✌🏻
Too many toys, too many screens, and not enough bo Too many toys, too many screens, and not enough boundaries are hurting your kids ability to engage in real, meaningful play.Why? When kids are overwhelmed with endless toys and overstimulated by screens, they lose the opportunity to fully immerse themselves in imaginative, self-directed play.By simplifying the playroom, reducing screen time, and setting firm yet loving boundaries, we create the space for our children to develop the essential skills they need—curiosity, creativity, and resilience.
And especially those ND moms of ND kids (oh 👋🏻 I see you and am you). It’s hard AF out here. Battling against how easy it would be to just give in to the peer pressure.I see you being CONSCIOUS and INTENTIONAL with how, when and where to give devices, limiting time spent gaming, not giving in to YouTube culture, monitoring how different types of screen media impact your kids behavior.I see you having setbacks and then resetting and getting your family back to healthy boundaries.Your work is important and you are not alone ❤️Share this with another screen conscious parents 🙌🏻
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