Kids Play

Social play, especially team games, is a great experience that encourages kids to lead or support their teammates, and provides a wealth of opportunities to share, take turns, and show respect for others. It is an excellent way of encouraging children to learn and practice all the skills required by working together. Studies have shown that playing social games, especially for social and collaborative children, can lead to more pro-social behaviors that are positive, helpful, and aimed toward social acceptance and friendship among children.

An eighth grader dares to direct the school play. Can she handle her cast of peers? Aimi Wilby loves theater and writing. With the spring play coming up, the budding author is thrilled to be assigned as an assistant director. Diligent Aimi can’t believe it when her teacher abruptly quits, and she is chosen to write and direct the entire production. Aimi refuses to be deterred even when she loses her mentor, her cast members fight, the school administrators prove apathetic, and parents are constantly overbearing. However, what the intrepid teenager fears most is that she will disappoint ...

Gwendoline Huby's passing has left her relatives more aggrieved than grieving. The wealthy and dotty widow has bequeathed the bulk of her fortune to her son, Alexander, missing in action since World War II. Then a stranger appears at the funeral claiming, against all odds, to be the phantom benefactor. Imposter or rightful heir? For Dalziel and Pascoe, a prickly situation is made even more so when Alexander is murdered. But when a second body turns up—this time in the CID's parking lot—the Yorkshire detectives can't fathom a connection.

In over her head this junior higher will not quit. Can she find a way to finish the production? Aimi Wilby is loyal to a fault when it comes to her friends, new and old. The administrators overload her. Her mentor abandons the project and leaves this eighth grader to ‘figure things out.' Even the lawyers try to shut her down. But, she will not let her cast members and her newest friend down. Aimi discovers that not all witches wear pointy hats and ride brooms. Her new friend asks Aimi to do the unthinkable, to go where she has never gone before. Aimi’s devotion is tested beyond what she...

Facing summer with her two boys, ages 10 and seven, Pam Lobley was sifting through signups for swim team, rec camp, night camp, scout camp, and enrichment classes. Overwhelmed at the choices, she asked her sons what they wanted to do during summer: "Soccer? Zoo School? Little Prodigy's Art Club?" "Why can't we just play?" they asked. A summer with no scheduled activities at all. The thought was tempting, but was it possible? It would be like something out of the 1950s.

This audio course is aimed at parents of very young children, ages one to five, who are learning everything for the first time. This period is crucial for guiding them toward the behaviors we wish to see, as they have no previous references or memories. It's the best time to teach them basic skills and set limits for certain behaviors that may become problematic. Over the three lessons, you will learn the foundations for keeping your child healthy and happy, while helping them develop and grow correctly.

Dribble into the exciting world of basketball! Have you ever wanted to shoot hoops like Steph Curry, dribble like Kyrie Irving, or dunk like LeBron James? Do you want to learn cool tricks that basketball players do? Do you ever dream of being the next basketball superstar? Imagine the crowd going wild as you dribble like a pro, sink impossible shots, and dunk with power. This book isn’t another boring guide. It’s your ticket to basketball awesomeness! Here’s a glimpse of what’s inside: Trick Mastery - Learn crazy cool tricks from the best players. Clear Instructions - Find easy, ...

Tommy is a music enthusiast and attends the Orchestra School of Music in Waterford,. There, he's a favorite of its head teacher, Tina. One day, Tommy comes to Tina and tells her that the flute he plays on went missing from its usual spot in the bedroom. Tommy then borrows a recorder from Tina as an experiment to find out who took it. Staying awake after dark, he leaves the recorder next to his open window, and is surprised when a huge Bigfoot creature approaches. Thrills and adventure await Tommy, when after stowing away to the North Pole, he finds himself in the igloo home of Tristan the ...

Mal Ericson, baterista da mundialmente famosa banda de rock Stage Dive, precisa melhorar sua imagem, e rápido. Ter uma boa garota ao seu lado parece ser o suficiente. Mal não planejara que este artifício temporário se tornasse permanente, mas acaba encontrando o amor de sua vida. Anne Rollings jamais pensou que conheceria o ídolo que preenchia as paredes de seu quarto na adolescência, muito menos em circunstâncias como aquelas.

Everyone has so much going on in their lives--work, school, sports, church--that making family time can sometimes seem difficult. But making that time is so important, and actually relaxes and enriches all involved. Not one of us years from now will ever say “Gee, I really regret that extra time I spent laughing and playing with my child when I could have been doing some laundry”. This book puts together one activity to do each week for a full year for your family. There are so many ideas you can use for your own family fun night other than the ones listed, depending on your child’s ...

🎄 “A dash of flour, a pinch of stage fright, and a whole lot of love.” ❄️ Shy small-town baker, Janine Massey has a secret crush on Alex Hendricks, her best friend and Winterhaven’s handsome drama teacher. When Alex is cast as Mr. Darcy in the town’s Christmas play, Janine reluctantly steps into Elizabeth Bennet’s shoes—and possibly into true love. As rehearsals heat up and snowflakes fall, Janine and Alex discover a chemistry that goes beyond the stage. But with a big-city theater group eyeing Alex's talent and a sophisticated talent scout determined to whisk him away to...

Basketball is an extraordinary sport to support whole child development. Tony R. Smith showcases key fundamentals for sound player development. Concentrating on essential skills of the game: conditioning, jumping ability, shooting, defense, rebounding, footwork, boxing out, and much more, Smith outlines basics in accessible language. Basketball is a game of mental and physical endurance - this book shows how to gain it all. As a bonus, a section has been added to help players with diet and strength training.

AWESOME boredom busting play ideas—from creative crafts to tricky challenges to mind-boggling science experiments. Every activity, craft and game uses things you already have at home! Beat the boredom blues with over 1,000 play ideas suitable for three-year-olds to ten-year olds. There's something for everyone in this tried and tested book from NY Times bestselling author (and mom!) Jean Oram. "A lifesaver for parents and educators." --Kenneth, reader. Make it easy to say “no” to more screen time and “yes” to more play time with activities your kid will want to do again and again....

Kids who love video games will be obsessed by the 'Game on Boys' series. Game on Boys is about 10 year old Ryan James and his hectic adventures in the PlayStation club at school. Designed to appeal to the heart of any boy or girl, with its captivating story lines, whacky illustrations and side-splitting humor, they won’t want to put it down. And there’s plenty of life lessons and learning moments and other good stuff in store to keep the parents happy too. The PlayStation Playoffs is a hilarious action and adventure story that follows the adventures of ten year old cool gamer, Ryan ...

Dive into the world of imagination, discovery, and connection with The Power of Play. This essential guide for parents and educators highlights the incredible impact of play on child development, covering everything from cognitive growth to emotional intelligence, and even physical skills. Unlock the secrets of enhancing problem-solving abilities and nurturing natural curiosity through playful activities. Develop emotional intelligence by helping children recognize and manage their emotions while fostering empathy and perspective-taking. Learn how play can improve both fine and gross motor ...

Master the art of playing the cornet and melt hearts with your unique sound! Have you ever wondered how a cornet produces its velvety sounds? Are you interested in becoming a player responsible for those melodious tunes? Do you want to learn how to play the cornet but don’t know where to start? This amazing and easy to follow guide was put together for aspiring young musicians curious about the cornet and its potential to create lovely music. Whether you’ve never held a cornet or are interested in creating your own melodies, this book is for you. Playing the cornet will teach you more ...

A portion of every book sold will go to support Youth On Course (https://youthoncourse.org/) which provides access to members to over 1,700 golf courses for $5 or less. The parent/athlete relationship is complex, rewarding, terrifying and satisfying - all at the same time. Watching our kids compete can create amazing bonds, or it can risk damaging family relationships altogether. That line can be thin and a slippery slope if the journey is approached with mismatched goals, unrealistic expectations, and a mom or dad who ‘wants it’ more than the player does. This book is a look at that ...

Every kid needs horseplay! Roughhousing is an essential part of childhood development—but it is increasingly overshadowed by screens and structured activities. In Unplug and Play, a doctor and a child psychologist, both dads, introduce parents to the benefits of physical play for young children. Drawing from gymnastics, martial arts, ballet, team sports, and even animal behavior, the authors present fun full-contact activities for parents and children to enjoy together.

Become an excellent trombone player! Do you want to learn to play the trombone? Are you fascinated by the melodious sounds this instrument is capable of? Are you searching for a way to learn the trombone without stress? This is the book for you. You will be given the keys to the trombone kingdom as you flip through the pages of this book. All you need to play this instrument is laid out here in simple terms with a sprinkle of fun for easy understanding. If you commit to following every lesson in this book, you will achieve your goal of becoming one of the best trombone players within a ...

Give your child the gift of focus, logic, and strategic thinking with this fun and beginner-friendly audio guide to the game of chess. Perfectly narrated for young listeners, this audiobook introduces kids to the rules, pieces, strategies, and stories that make chess exciting, educational, and rewarding.