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Fairies and Fairy Lore

Fairies and Fairy Lore

Have you ever wondered about the origin of fairies and their significance in different cultures? The world of fairies is vast and diverse, and the stories and beliefs surrounding them are fascinating. Hundreds of years ago, fairies were seen as mischievous creatures that could cause trouble for humans. They were called The Fae, The Little People, Pixies, or Nymphs, and people believed that they lived in Fairy Hills, which they were not allowed to dig in or disturb. Villagers even went as far as building their houses with opposite doors, leaving them open at night so that the fairies could...

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Fostering Creative Children

Fostering Creative Children

  As Maya Angelou so wisely stated, “You can’t use up creativity. The more you use, the more you have.” One of the central joys of being a child is exercising your creative powers. The sky’s the limit for what your dreams can conjure. With each generation, these imaginative children become adults that defy expectations and norms with dreams that they make real. Creative children grow to be creative adults, putting mankind on the moon, inventing new devices that change the way we live, delving into the arts to reach our heart and soul, and so much more. Characteristics of...

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6 Creative Gift Ideas for Your Little Princess

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6 Creative Gift Ideas for Your Little Princess

We all have a little princess in our lives who can’t seem to get enough of dress up time. And we just can’t get enough of her enthusiasm for all things pretty and fantastical. This holiday season, get her a gift that will make playtime even better. Here are just a few of our favorite ideas: Porcelain Tea Set  What’s better than a fairy princess tea party? Spare your own china and give one of these porcelain sets a try. Although porcelain can be fragile, these dishes are too small to break and tend to be safe for children. The...

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Winter Blues? How Dress-Up Play Can Keep Kids Entertained Indoors

Winter Blues? How Dress-Up Play Can Keep Kids Entertained Indoors

Overall, dress-up play is an important activity for children's development, especially during the winter months when outdoor play is limited. It provides an opportunity for children to explore their imagination, develop social and cognitive skills, and have fun.

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Creating a Dress Up Area

Creating a Dress Up Area

One of the best parts about childhood is that there are so many possibilities. Every door is open for your child to go through and the beauty of parenthood is watching them learn and grow. And as they do, you can best help them by offering them plenty of space to learn and experiment. One great way of doing so is by creating a dress up area and encouraging dress up games. Dress Up Games Are Important for Child Development Children really start exploring their identity and different roles at around the age of three. Dress up games let your child try out...

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