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Why Play Is the Most Developmentally Important Skill of Early Childhood

In a world where milestones, academic achievement, and structured learning seem to matter earlier and earlier, it’s easy to forget one of the most powerful tools we have for supporting a young child’s development: play.

What Does It Mean to Meet Children Where They’re At?

As parents, teachers, and caregivers, we often hear the phrase “meet children where they’re at.”

But what does that actually mean?

There’s No Right or Wrong Way to Play

Play is one of the most important parts of childhood.

It’s how kids explore their world, develop new skills, and learn to express themselves.

Yet, many adults—often without realizing it—put rules or expectations on how play “should” look.

The Difference Between Developmentally Appropriate and Academically Appropriate: A Pediatric Occupational Therapist’s Perspective

As a pediatric occupational therapist, I often encounter parents, educators, and caregivers who struggle to understand the difference between what is developmentally appropriate and what is academically appropriate for children. In today’s fast-paced, achievement-driven society, there is a growing emphasis on academic milestones at younger ages, often at the expense of a child’s natural developmentalContinue reading “The Difference Between Developmentally Appropriate and Academically Appropriate: A Pediatric Occupational Therapist’s Perspective”