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Elementary (5-11 Years Old)

How to foster successful practices in elementary aged children by keeping play an intrigual part of their lives to grow indepence.

Summer Bucket List for Families Who Want More Connection & Less Distraction
Elementary (5-11 Years Old) | Infants (0-12 Months) | Intentional Family Living | Play | Pre-School (3-4 Years Old) | Thrive | Toddler (13-24 Months)

Summer Bucket List for Families Who Want More Connection & Less Distraction

A young child playing an educational game on a smartphone indoors, focused on learning.
Elementary (5-11 Years Old) | Infants (0-12 Months) | Play | Pre-School (3-4 Years Old) | Toddler (13-24 Months)

How Screen Time Undermines Independent Play—and Why It Matters for Your Child’s Development

Playroom Ideas for Small Rooms: Smart Solutions for Fun and Functionality
Elementary (5-11 Years Old) | Infants (0-12 Months) | Play | Pre-School (3-4 Years Old) | Toddler (13-24 Months)

Playroom Ideas for Small Rooms: Smart Solutions for Fun and Functionality

Here are some engaging, screen-free rainy day activities to keep your kids entertained and thriving when it's too rainy to play outside.
Elementary (5-11 Years Old) | Infants (0-12 Months) | Play | Pre-School (3-4 Years Old) | Toddler (13-24 Months)

26 Screen-Free Rainy Day Activities for Spring

Why Slow TV Shows Are a Gift for Kids in a Fast-Paced World
Elementary (5-11 Years Old) | Infants (0-12 Months) | Play | Pre-School (3-4 Years Old) | Toddler (13-24 Months)

Why Slow TV Shows Are a Gift for Kids in a Fast-Paced World

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Magnetic Tiles
Elementary (5-11 Years Old) | Play | Pre-School (3-4 Years Old) | Toddler (13-24 Months)

The Ultimate Guide to Choosing the Best Magnetic Tiles

Movement activities for kids
Elementary (5-11 Years Old) | Play | Pre-School (3-4 Years Old) | Toddler (13-24 Months)

Movement Activities for Children [benefits + tips to encourage gross motor play]

What is Sensory Play? [and benefits of sensory play]
Elementary (5-11 Years Old) | Infants (0-12 Months) | Play | Pre-School (3-4 Years Old)

What is Sensory Play? [and benefits of sensory play]

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Elementary (5-11 Years Old) | Play | Pre-School (3-4 Years Old) | Raising Confident Kids | Toddler (13-24 Months)

The Toniebox: The Screen-Free Toy For Kids That Will Transform Your Child’s Playtime

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Alternative Education | Elementary (5-11 Years Old) | Play

Benefits of Recess in Elementary School

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Helping you rethink school, screens + modern childhood
Former teacher (M.Ed) → secular homeschooler
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The future belongs to people who know how to think The future belongs to people who know how to think, adapt, collaborate, and keep learning.That’s why I’m less focused on teaching my kids what to memorize and much more intentional about creating opportunities for them to practice the skills that technology can’t replace.One thing I love about @outschool is that my kids get to explore subjects they’re genuinely excited about while building confidence, communication skills, and curiosity alongside other learners.Those are the kinds of experiences that prepare kids for a world none of us can fully predict.Use the code GALLO50 to save $50 on classes.#outschoolinsider #homeschooling #raisingthinkers
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