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Kindergarten school, children and drawing with chalk on floor or playground for fun outdoor activity. Kids, group or creative youth with teacher for art, game or childhood development at elementary, before and after school care guide for parents 2026
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Montgomery Child Care Association
Before and After School Care: A Parent’s Guide for 2026–27
Before and after-school care can give school-age children a safe, supportive place to spend time before or after the regular school day. Learn what these programs may offer, who they serve, and what parents should consider when choosing care for the 2026–27 school year.
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little girl zoomed in playing with blocks. what children actually learn from blocks
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Montgomery Child Care Association
What Children Actually Learn From Block Play
Block play is far more than stacking towers. Learn how building, testing, and rebuilding helps children develop problem-solving, creativity, early math, spatial awareness, and fine motor skills at home.
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Montgomery Child Care Association
5 EasyPuzzles for Kids to Try at Home
Discover five easy types of puzzles for kids to try at home, including jigsaw puzzles, homemade picture puzzles, matching games, puzzle hunts, and floor puzzles that build problem-solving and fine motor skills.
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