"Learn To Play" Blog

A resource for parents and educators assisting them with play ideas, as well as specific problem-solving topics

Title card about planning meaningful activities based on children’s interests, with kids playing at a table
By Susie Beghin August 28, 2026
Learn how to plan meaningful activities based on children’s interests to support engagement, creativity, learning, and healthy child development.
Purple promo graphic with child covering face and text: “Understanding Beryan and what children are really trying to tell us”
By Susie Beghin June 8, 2026
Understanding defiant behaviour starts with understanding your child. Learn the common causes of oppositional behaviour and practical approaches to support emotional growth and positive change.
A sensory bin filled with dirt, toy carrots, flowers, and pots, with text promoting 5-minute indoor spring activity ideas.
By Susie Beghin April 13, 2026
Discover 5 indoor spring activity ideas for young children—creative, educational, and easy-to-set-up activities for toddlers and preschoolers.
Child's feet in water with flowers; purple guide graphic
By Susie Beghin March 9, 2026
Discover the ultimate guide to spring sensory play for young children—fun, hands-on activities that support learning, creativity, and early development.
Valentine-themed STEAM activities for young children: hearts, letters, red and purple accents.
By Susie Beghin February 9, 2026
5 easy Valentine STEAM activities for young children—hands-on science, art, and math projects perfect for home or the classroom.
Child and adult arranging letters on a whiteboard; text:
By Susie Beghin January 16, 2026
Teach your child at home with confidence. Get a complete preschool homeschool curriculum for ages 1–5 with routines, activities, and early learning goals.
10 Play Schemas: Why Your Child Repeats the Same Behaviours Again and Again
By Susie Beghin December 11, 2025
Discover the 10 play schemas that explain why your child repeats the same behaviours. Learn how these patterns support learning, development, and confidence.
Ultimate 2025 Gift Guide for Kids Ages 1-4. Holiday scene with children opening gifts and a woman holding a book.
By Susie Beghin November 12, 2025
Ultimate 2025 Gift Guide for Kids Ages 1-4. Expert-approved, age-appropriate gift ideas for kids ages 1-4 that inspire learning, creativity, and fun.
Purple banner with text about Halloween activities for toddlers, person using tongs with eyeball.
By Susie Beghin October 8, 2025
Discover 12 fun Halloween learning activities for toddlers & preschoolers. Easy, spooky, and educational play ideas kids will love!
Fall sensory play ideas graphic with pumpkins. Purple background, text overlay, cartoon illustration, and website URL.
By Susie Beghin September 5, 2025
Explore fun fall sensory play ideas for kids! From leaves to pumpkins, create hands-on autumn activities that spark creativity and learning.
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Title card about planning meaningful activities based on children’s interests, with kids playing at a table
By Susie Beghin August 28, 2026
Learn how to plan meaningful activities based on children’s interests to support engagement, creativity, learning, and healthy child development.
Purple promo graphic with child covering face and text: “Understanding Beryan and what children are really trying to tell us”
By Susie Beghin June 8, 2026
Understanding defiant behaviour starts with understanding your child. Learn the common causes of oppositional behaviour and practical approaches to support emotional growth and positive change.
A sensory bin filled with dirt, toy carrots, flowers, and pots, with text promoting 5-minute indoor spring activity ideas.
By Susie Beghin April 13, 2026
Discover 5 indoor spring activity ideas for young children—creative, educational, and easy-to-set-up activities for toddlers and preschoolers.
Child's feet in water with flowers; purple guide graphic
By Susie Beghin March 9, 2026
Discover the ultimate guide to spring sensory play for young children—fun, hands-on activities that support learning, creativity, and early development.
Valentine-themed STEAM activities for young children: hearts, letters, red and purple accents.
By Susie Beghin February 9, 2026
5 easy Valentine STEAM activities for young children—hands-on science, art, and math projects perfect for home or the classroom.
Child and adult arranging letters on a whiteboard; text:
By Susie Beghin January 16, 2026
Teach your child at home with confidence. Get a complete preschool homeschool curriculum for ages 1–5 with routines, activities, and early learning goals.
10 Play Schemas: Why Your Child Repeats the Same Behaviours Again and Again
By Susie Beghin December 11, 2025
Discover the 10 play schemas that explain why your child repeats the same behaviours. Learn how these patterns support learning, development, and confidence.
Ultimate 2025 Gift Guide for Kids Ages 1-4. Holiday scene with children opening gifts and a woman holding a book.
By Susie Beghin November 12, 2025
Ultimate 2025 Gift Guide for Kids Ages 1-4. Expert-approved, age-appropriate gift ideas for kids ages 1-4 that inspire learning, creativity, and fun.
Purple banner with text about Halloween activities for toddlers, person using tongs with eyeball.
By Susie Beghin October 8, 2025
Discover 12 fun Halloween learning activities for toddlers & preschoolers. Easy, spooky, and educational play ideas kids will love!
Fall sensory play ideas graphic with pumpkins. Purple background, text overlay, cartoon illustration, and website URL.
By Susie Beghin September 5, 2025
Explore fun fall sensory play ideas for kids! From leaves to pumpkins, create hands-on autumn activities that spark creativity and learning.
More Posts
Title card about planning meaningful activities based on children’s interests, with kids playing at a table
By Susie Beghin August 28, 2026
Learn how to plan meaningful activities based on children’s interests to support engagement, creativity, learning, and healthy child development.
Purple promo graphic with child covering face and text: “Understanding Beryan and what children are really trying to tell us”
By Susie Beghin June 8, 2026
Understanding defiant behaviour starts with understanding your child. Learn the common causes of oppositional behaviour and practical approaches to support emotional growth and positive change.
A sensory bin filled with dirt, toy carrots, flowers, and pots, with text promoting 5-minute indoor spring activity ideas.
By Susie Beghin April 13, 2026
Discover 5 indoor spring activity ideas for young children—creative, educational, and easy-to-set-up activities for toddlers and preschoolers.
Child's feet in water with flowers; purple guide graphic
By Susie Beghin March 9, 2026
Discover the ultimate guide to spring sensory play for young children—fun, hands-on activities that support learning, creativity, and early development.
Valentine-themed STEAM activities for young children: hearts, letters, red and purple accents.
By Susie Beghin February 9, 2026
5 easy Valentine STEAM activities for young children—hands-on science, art, and math projects perfect for home or the classroom.
Child and adult arranging letters on a whiteboard; text:
By Susie Beghin January 16, 2026
Teach your child at home with confidence. Get a complete preschool homeschool curriculum for ages 1–5 with routines, activities, and early learning goals.
10 Play Schemas: Why Your Child Repeats the Same Behaviours Again and Again
By Susie Beghin December 11, 2025
Discover the 10 play schemas that explain why your child repeats the same behaviours. Learn how these patterns support learning, development, and confidence.
Ultimate 2025 Gift Guide for Kids Ages 1-4. Holiday scene with children opening gifts and a woman holding a book.
By Susie Beghin November 12, 2025
Ultimate 2025 Gift Guide for Kids Ages 1-4. Expert-approved, age-appropriate gift ideas for kids ages 1-4 that inspire learning, creativity, and fun.
Purple banner with text about Halloween activities for toddlers, person using tongs with eyeball.
By Susie Beghin October 8, 2025
Discover 12 fun Halloween learning activities for toddlers & preschoolers. Easy, spooky, and educational play ideas kids will love!
Fall sensory play ideas graphic with pumpkins. Purple background, text overlay, cartoon illustration, and website URL.
By Susie Beghin September 5, 2025
Explore fun fall sensory play ideas for kids! From leaves to pumpkins, create hands-on autumn activities that spark creativity and learning.
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