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Visit a National Park for Free, Then Bring the Park Play to Your Own Home
Parents, caregivers, and nature lovers, mark your calendars for Saturday, September 23—it’s National Public Lands Day, which means visitors to our national parks receive FREE entry that day! Social scientists have conducted numerous studies that show the benefits of exposing... -
Plan a First Day Hike with National Park Foundation Toys!
This coming New Year, make a family resolution to partake in a celebratory First Day Hike to start 2024 off right! The National Park Service is promoting First Day Hikes as a way to get people active and enjoy the... -
Winter Indoor Play Ideas from a Kindergarten Teacher
If you have ever been stuck inside for multiple days in a row with a child, you know how hard it gets to find ways to keep them busy and off of their screens. The winter months are especially hard... -
Melissa & Doug Partners with National Park Foundation on Collection of Timeless Toys that Powers Children’s Love of Nature Through Play
Melissa & Doug has pledged $1 million as part of its multi-year partnership to help protect and preserve our national parks for future generations WILTON, CT, August 1, 2023 – Melissa & Doug, recognized by parents as the #1 preschool... -
Tips to Promote Pretend Play
Encourage Pretend Play to Set Up Your Child for Success Pretend play is not only a fun way for your child to connect with the people and world around them, it’s also a great method for them to develop essential... -
Top Birthday Party Themes for 4-Year-Olds
Birthday party planning just became a breeze thanks to help from the expert planners at Melissa & Doug! Favorite Birthday Party Themes for 4-Year-Old Kids We recently started a series on the blog to help parents and caregivers who might need some support...
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