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Author name: Heather Barnett

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Unplug and Play: Fostering Creativity in Your Kids Outdoor Play Equipment Adventures

Only a few parents know that activities using kids outdoor play equipment foster immense amounts of creativity in children. Kids outdoor play equipment is an important part of their lives. Its benefits go far beyond improving their physical health. It also enables them to develop great cognitive skills.  Parents always want their children to become […]

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Dancing to Confidence: Exploring the Impact of Movement on Children’s Psychological Well-being

The importance of physicality and mobility in early childhood development cannot be emphasised enough. Children are inspired to move can find joy by dancing to confidence. From the first moments of life, from their clumsy grabs and first steps to their joyful dance steps. But there’s more to movement than just the joy of physical

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Beyond the Playground: The Future of Integrating Movement into Everyday Child Psychology – Part 3

Beyond the Playground: The Future of Integrating Movement into Everyday Child Psychology – Part 3 As we reach the conclusion of our series on incorporating movement into everyday child psychology, it is critical to look into the future, envisioning a world in which physical activity is not only an addition to the children’s routine, but an

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Beyond the Playground: Strategies for Integrating Movement into Everyday Child Psychology – Part 2

Building on part ones foundational theories and discussions, this second article in the series identifies different strategies and practical applications for integrating movement into children’s daily activities. Recognizing the profound impact of physical activity on cognitive, emotional, and social development, this part provides comprehensive guidance for educators, parents, and caregivers on how to incorporate movement

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Beyond the Playground: Integrating Movement into Everyday Child Psychology – Part 1

Beyond the Playground: Integrating Movement into Everyday Child Psychology – Part 1 Play and physical activity are extremely important for child development. Conventional views have frequently limited the concept of play to the playground, an area specifically designed for physical activity and social engagement. However, growing research in child psychology shows a broader use of

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