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At Play Boutique, we’re all about giving families what they need to thrive. The Buzz is our way of bringing you resources, articles, craft ideas, and so much more to make the most of your time playing together. Time to get busy, little bees!

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Parents’ Guide for First Time Camping with Toddlers

Spending time in nature is beneficial for kids on so many levels! It ensures a complete sensory experience and helps increase spatial awareness.

There are plenty of activities for kids of all ages to do while camping, from exploring bugs, imitating owl sounds to nature art, rock sculptures.

But, there are a few things to know before you go on your first camping trip with your toddlers for the best adventure!

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B2S is Around the Corner

We know how stressful back to school can be so we will be posting more resources each week on our blog and into the Parent Advisor private Facebook group. We are excited to support you and your family on your preschool journey.

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Traveling Tips with Young Children

There will be more people traveling this year than we’ve seen in the last couple of years. Some families are hitting the road ready to travel with young children. Today we’re featuring some traveling tips for families who venture out on vacation with young children.

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Biting 9 Months to 20 Months

Why does biting seem to occur among children in groups at school? The simple answer to this question, according to noted psychologists Louise Ilg and Florence Ames, is that children bite because they lack language and social skills. They say biting is a developmental phenomenon – it happens at predictable times for predictable reasons tied to children’s ages and stages.

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Biting Birth to 15 Months

There will come a time when your child’s preschool teacher tells you that your child has been bitten at school. This may leave you feeling helpless. You simply couldn’t be there to protect your child from this situation. You also wonder how the teacher let this happen to your child.

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Fun Things to Do with Dad for Father's Day

Are you looking for something simple but fun to do with Dad for Father’s Day? Well, then you’ve come to the right place. Today we’re going to help you plan your special day for Dad with some fun ideas that anyone will enjoy.

Father’s Day comes but once a year. That’s why we just had to give you some ideas to make that special man feel amazing on Father’s Day this year

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How to Find a Quality Summer Camp for Kids 1-8y

Finding a quality summer camp program for your elementary kids is hard! Today I’m going to help alleviate some of the stress that comes with this decision. If you’re the parent of kids between the ages of 1 and 8 years old, then you’re going to love these tips on how to find a quality summer camp for elementary kids!

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