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By: Jennifer Stein Children are naturally curious beings with an immeasurable imagination that can transport them to new worlds. One way to encourage that imaginative spark is through the power of open-ended materials. Children are instinctively drawn to these versatile treasures because of the freedom and flexibility they offer in play and will hold their…

It seems like every time I refresh my inbox there is a new email popping in with a report on why we need to do more of “this” or less of “that” to help our children developmentally.

As parents, we want to give our children every opportunity to succeed in life. We research and enroll them in the best schools, activities, and programs available. But what if we’re overcomplicating what makes a child “successful”?