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calming big body movements

Sensory Play

Proprioceptive Play: Big‑Body Moves That Calm

Lifting, pushing, and jumping can activate your nervous system; discover how these big-body moves may help you stay calm and centered.

Healthy Kid Play Team
October 23, 2025

balancing challenge and resilience

Child Development

Risky Play and Resilience: Calibrating Challenge

Unlock the secrets of how calibrated risky play fosters resilience in children,…

Healthy Kid Play Team
January 28, 2026

boredom boosts creative thinking

Child Development

The Benefits of Boredom for Creativity

Boredom actually benefits your creativity by encouraging your mind to wander freely,…

Healthy Kid Play Team
January 27, 2026

playful growth mindset development

Child Development

Growth Mindset for Young Children Through Play

Supporting young children’s growth mindset through play fosters resilience and…

Healthy Kid Play Team
January 27, 2026

play boosts mental resilience

Child Development

Play and Mental Health: Joy, Stress, and Resilience

Nurturing mental health through play reveals surprising benefits that can transform…

Healthy Kid Play Team
January 26, 2026