Kindness Shelf

Kindness Shelf

Part of the Kids at Play philosophy is to provide a home-like environment. Whether it’s making a space comfortable with pillows and soft lighting, or having plants in every room, we strive to make our learning space for children warm and cozy. You can read more about...
Kids at Play is Growing!

Kids at Play is Growing!

If you’ve been following our blog for awhile, you should know that I am by no means new to the world of early childhood education. In fact, I have made it my life’s calling to better the environment where learning takes place – children and teachers included....

The Forest is Calling

I was never one to love the four walls of a classroom. The transition from making mud pies in my grandparent’s backyard to sitting at a desk and learning how to write the alphabet wasn’t an easy one. I remember the freedom of being outside and creating a whole world...
The Importance of Grandparents

The Importance of Grandparents

Rich smells of onion, and garlic, and potatoes. Fresh rosemary and flour stains on my t-shirts. The sound of a knife hitting the cutting board and the words, “not too much.” The kneading of dough and boiling of root vegetables and salt. Preparing for a holiday meal....