Amanda Dixon
How to Declutter Children's Toys
THE DAYS OF TRIPPING OVER JUNKY TOYS & BEING TRIGGERED BY TOY CLUTTER ARE OVER. Tell me something, sweet mama friend, do any of these...
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Amanda Dixon
Oct 163 min read
What is Loose Parts Play?
What is Loose Parts Play? Loose parts play has become a popular topic in early childhood development, and if you're wondering, "What is...
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Amanda Dixon
Oct 103 min read
How to Raise an Independent Child
Raising an independent child involves creating opportunities for growth and self-discovery. In this post, learn how to foster independence.
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Amanda Dixon
Oct 83 min read
How to Encourage More Independent Play: 6 Key Pillars for Success
How to Encourage More Independent Play If you're a stay-at-home or work-from-home mom longing for more time when your child plays...
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Amanda Dixon
Oct 63 min read
What Are Open Ended Toys?
What Are Open-Ended Toys and Why Are They the Best for Child Development? If you’ve ever heard the term “open-ended” when it comes to...
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Amanda Dixon
Oct 63 min read
Screentime Guidelines for Babies and Toddlers: Why Delaying Screen Use is Crucial for Healthy Development
We’ve all been there. You’re trying to get dinner on the table or finish that one last work email, and it seems like handing over a...
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Amanda Dixon
Oct 33 min read
Why Is Independent Play Important?
Why Is Independent Play Important? As parents, we all want to provide the best environment for our children to thrive. While structured...
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Amanda Dixon
Jan 12 min read
Toddler Learning with Miss Rachel: Why your children shouldn't be watching
Dear Ms. Rachel (and fans), This letter isn’t a personal attack on you. I’m not a hater. Just an advocate, the same as you claim to be. I...
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Amanda Dixon
Aug 9, 20233 min read
Fostering Creativity and Expression Through Independent Play and Open-Ended Art
In a world brimming with screens and structured activities, nurturing a child's creativity has become more crucial than ever. Independent...
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Amanda Dixon
Jul 27, 20234 min read
Financial literacy in kids: Empowering Children to Master Financial Responsibility with the Greenlight Card
a tool for helping your kids learn financial literacy
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Amanda Dixon
Jul 10, 20237 min read
Why You Shouldn't Put a Leash on Your Child
istock/gettyimages Recent debate has come up over on my instagram account about whether or not it is appropriate to put a backpack leash...
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Amanda Dixon
Jun 19, 20232 min read
Disadvantages of Too Many Toys
The Disadvantages of Too Many Toys: Why Less is More I’ve spent a lot of time over the past few years sharing with parents and caregivers...
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Amanda Dixon
Jan 29, 20232 min read
How to Organize Toys in Small Spaces: Hint, use baskets!
Y'all I've been trying to figure out the solution to toy storage for YEARS! As a mom of three and preschool owner, I've tried it all....
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Amanda Dixon
Dec 4, 20223 min read
What Toy Clutter Does to a Mom's Brain
The desire for a space that is easy-to-maintain while also being aesthetically pleasing is very common when it comes to toys and kids...
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Amanda Dixon
Oct 28, 20224 min read
It's Okay! Holiday Edition
The Holiday Season is upon us friends. And you know what that means. The BUSIEST time of the year is knocking on our doors. At the time...
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Amanda Dixon
Oct 15, 20223 min read
40 Things I've Learned about Young Children
My 40th birthday is just a couple of days away. I've spent more than half of my life working with young children. My first inkling that I...
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Amanda Dixon
Nov 5, 20213 min read
What to Say to Family and Friends who Give "Clutter-causing" Gifts
Tis the season for gifting! Here comes the chaos. Well meaning friends and family members are always excited to buy our children gifts....
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Amanda Dixon
Sep 16, 20211 min read
Halloween Song for Children
Halloween is quickly approaching, which makes me really excited because.... it means I can bring my favorite Halloween song back into the...
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Amanda Dixon
Jun 28, 20212 min read
Prioritizing PLAY {& FREE Phone Wallpaper}
In a world of test scores and awards, A pluses and "falling behind", it can be a bit of mental battle to keep play as a priority for your...
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Amanda Dixon
Apr 19, 20214 min read
Where to Start When You Hate your Classroom
A Real Classroom at The Copper Nest Preschool As teachers, our classrooms are our homes away from home. Because we love and care for the...
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