Play is generally defined as an enjoyable, pleasurable, or recreational activity. For an infant or toddler, play is integral to promoting healthy development. Through play, children learn academic skills like math, science, and language literacy. They also learn social skills like effective communication, conflict resolution, problem solving, and cooperation. Most importantly, they learn about themselves—their personalities, their likes and dislikes, their strengths, and thei

It’s finally the end of the year and the perfect time to embrace the festive cheer. Alas, the weeks leading to the new year can also be...