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Science of Early Brain Development

Rollins Staff June 15, 2020

POP QUIZ! Fill in the blank: Born to                   . What comes to mind? People have lots of ideas about what we are born to be, do, and…

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Language Nutrition: Keeping Your Child’s Brain Healthy and Strong

Rollins Staff May 13, 2020

We all know proper nutrition and regular exercise are very important for our children’s bodies to grow (and stay) strong and healthy. But did you know nutrition and exercise also play a big part in…

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How Talking, Reading and Playing Can Help Families Teach Language Skills at Home

Rollins Staff May 5, 2020

Parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles all want the best for the children in their lives. Families want the next generation to find success and happiness in whatever job, career or passion they choose to pursue….

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Lifting Language: How to Help Grow Your Child’s Vocabulary This Spring

Rollins Staff May 4, 2020

I love springtime! I think it’s the newness it brings: the bright green grass and leaves, the tiny buds just waiting to open, blue skies, rain showers and birds chirping. Spring is just so… refreshing…

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Responsive Interactions & Reduce, Reuse, Recycle!

Rollins Staff April 29, 2020

REDUCE! REUSE! RECYCLE! This Earth Day TALK, READ, PLAY theme is filled with learning opportunities for you and your child that will last long beyond Earth Day – which really is what Earth Day is…

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Benefits of a Visual Daily Schedule for Children

Rollins Staff April 29, 2020

“The days are long, but the years are short.” This adage is frequently shared with parents or caregivers of young children. But the days – particularly during the uncertainty of this pandemic – are likely…

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Talk, Read, & Play 101

Rollins Staff April 2, 2020

As we settle into this “new normal,” many of us are trying to find the answer to the same question. What should at-home learning look like for my family? You may be feeling overwhelmed balancing…

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Let’s Play: Words & Sounds

Rollins Staff April 1, 2020

“Humpty Dumpty sat on a wall, Humpty Dumpty had a great… FALL!” “The itsy, bitsy spider crawled up the water spout. Down came the rain and washed the spider… OUT!” It’s nearly impossible to resist…

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Thriving in the “New Normal” Through Predictability and Routine

Rollins Staff March 31, 2020

In these unprecedented recent events, most families have had their daily schedules and routines turned upside down. And because no one is really sure how long this will last, or exactly what the future looks…

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Let’s Play: Math Games to Enjoy at Home

Rollins Staff March 30, 2020

While many of us are spending a lot more time at home, you may be struggling to think of ways to continue your child’s cognitive development and still take care of household chores.  Use these…

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Let’s Play: Fun Vocabulary-Building Games for the Whole Family

Rollins Staff March 26, 2020

Family game night is a wonderful way to bond, relax a bit, and have fun during these challenging times. Here are two easy vocabulary-building games you can play as a family. I’m Thinking of a…

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Talk, Read, & Play Throughout the Day

Rollins Staff March 26, 2020

¿Habla español? ¡Haga clic aquí para este recurso gratis en español! Families around the globe are suddenly faced with continuing the educational growth of their young children while also working from home. The lesson plans…