We believe that learning doesn’t stop when children leave the classroom, so we’re always happy to share resources that support families and encourage joyful learning at home. Our collection includes thoughtful articles and organizations focused on play-based learning, child development, creativity, nature, and healthy childhood experiences.
We hope these resources provide inspiration, useful information, and new ways to support your child’s curiosity, creativity, and love of learning beyond our classrooms.
Articles
Education Week “Play-Based Learning in Kindergarten Is Making a Comeback. Here’s What It Means” By Elizabeth Heubeck — October 21, 2025
How Play Energizes Your Kid's Brain by By Cassandra Willyard
The Case for Play: how a handful of researchers are trying to save childhood
A publication from the Campaign for a Commercial-Free Childhood: Facing the Screen Dilemma: Young Children, Technology and Early Education
The Wall Street Journal: To Really Learn, Our Children Need to Play. Aug 10-11, 2019
Local Programs
Music Masters: Our long-time friend, Anita Goldberg provides music education and experiences for young children!
Our neighbor down Avenue B, Walden Pond, offers fun art and nature classes to complement your child's Acorn class schedule.
Connect & Communicate, a speech-language therapy clinic dedicated to helping children, teens, and young adults understand and connect to their social worlds.
State & National Advocacy
The Alliance for Childhood promotes policies and practices that support children’s healthy development, love of learning, and joy in living. You can read many articles regarding Play and the education of young children on their website.
Recently published study “Crisis in the Kindergarten - Why Children Need to Play in School.”
The Texas Safe Riders Program with information regarding car safety seat regulations, etc.