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A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

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Why Family Game Night May Boost a Child’s Academic Success

A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

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A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

6 Tips for a Great Family Game Night

A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

The Montessori Approach to Family Game Night by @montessori.spaces

A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

6 Tips for a Great Family Game Night

A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

Title

A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

The Montessori Approach to Family Game Night by @montessori.spaces

A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

A checklist of fine motor skills to look for as your little one grows...

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The Ultimate Unicorns & Princesses Activity Book

Unleash a world of magic, adventure and creativity with our latest activity book designed for kids ages 3-6. If you love everything unicorns & princesses, this activity book is perfect for you. Spend a day doing unicorn & princess crafts.

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10 Birthday Gifts for 5 Year Olds That Will Make Them Smile

5-year-olds are probably loaded up on toys, so the trick is selecting something that they will truly enjoy, whether it is an experience or a game that harnesses their maturity and skills.

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Child Brain Development: The Power of Music and Deep Concentration

Set up an environment where your child can listen to familiar music while engaging in nonverbal play - such as working a puzzle or a craft. Don’t forget to select something without lyrics. An easy way to do this is to use a Yoto Player, the screen-free, interactive audio player for kids, with stimulating brain activities like the Skillmatics Piece and Play puzzle or creative activities like Foil Fun.

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How to teach your kids about the 50 states

Think back to your US geography class in elementary school - it was probably packed with 50 states songs and the 50 states game. Now, there are even more tools and resources to make geography engaging - and yes, even fun!

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The Best Games for Groups

One of the best ways for your little one to learn and grow is through group play. Games for groups provide the perfect chance for kids to work on building important skills like communicating clearly, listening to each other, thinking critically and solving problems, all while having fun! Here are some of the best games for groups.

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Backyard Games for Kids and Families Who Want to Have Fun Outdoors

The game designers at Skillmatics have given some serious thought to what makes playing in the backyard fun! We’re excited to introduce you to a few easy-to-learn games that will get the whole family moving – or help a playdate get off the ground.

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