Play with a Purpose

07/30/2025

Download this free Sunny Day tracing worksheet to boost hand-eye coordination while embracing summer themes! 😎🦋🪁

https://blog.pwap.com/sunny-day-tracing-worksheet/?id=wOmVcK98vh

This simple tracing activity is a great way to boost hand-eye coordination while embracing the theme of sunny outdoor days. Invite children to follow the paths and enjoy the journey from sun to sky!Download Worksheet

05/27/2025

🚨BIG NEWS!🚨

Play with a Purpose is a proud sponsor of the The Child Care Success Company Summit 2025, happening October 9-11 in Atlanta, GA! We’re excited to support the largest conference for child care business owners and leaders, helping to elevate the industry and empower providers nationwide. This event is all about growth, innovation, and connection - and we can't wait to be part of it!

Don’t miss out - get your tickets now! ➡ https://bit.ly/42eGQeQ?id=dFeqZFFeYF

05/27/2025

Parents, don't let the thought of planning out your entire summer break stress you out! Use these tips to stay flexible while having fun and educational activities planned 📆

https://blog.pwap.com/summer-planning-tips-for-parents/?id=fAtomJRLud

As the school year comes to a close, parents and teachers alike find ourselves celebrating all the work and growth that has been accomplished. But we're also looking forward to the summer fun ahead and holding onto precious time with family! I once heard a parent mention "You only get 18 very quick

05/21/2025

Looking for inspiration for end-of-year activities? 💡🎓 Here are some simple activities you can do to wrap up the school year for you and your kiddos!

https://blog.pwap.com/end-of-year-activities/?id=zYVrLzNLxW

It’s hard to believe another school year is coming to an end. It seems like just yesterday that we were getting the classroom ready for a new group of kiddos and anxiously anticipating their arrival. As the school year comes to close, there are so many fun and exciting things to look forward to, a...

05/19/2025

Part 2️⃣ of our field day favorites! Discover 4 new activities you can do using only a DuraHoop or Kanga Sack

https://blog.pwap.com/field-day-fun-playing-with-a-twist-pt2/?id=iT9sibZBCI

Here are even more suggestions on how to change up your field day activities to keep them fun and engaging, even if you are using common field day equipment!Mini Kanga Sacks Mini Kanga Sacks also provide a great opportunity to feed the proprioceptive system because a potato sack means a race that

05/15/2025

Demonstrate weather patterns and seasonal changes through hands-on activities, simple experiments, and creative crafts! 🌦️

https://blog.pwap.com/weather-wonders-exploring-the-seasons-and-weather-patterns/?id=TVxdFyQbDj

Weather is all around us, changing from day to day and season to season. For young learners, exploring the weather is an exciting way to connect with the world outside their classroom. Through hands-on activities, simple experiments, and creative crafts, children can begin to understand weather patt...

05/13/2025

🚨 Don't forget to enter our Teacher Appreciation Week giveaway before it closes on May 18th! You could win a SimpleSwitch Dramatic Playstand 🥳

Enter now: https://pwap.com/giveaways?id=M5UIT_Gi7t

05/07/2025

Field day coming up? If you're in a rut on planning fun activities, we've got you covered 🙌 Here are 3 fun and engaging field day games you can play using the Hop Along Bouncer!

https://blog.pwap.com/field-day-fun-playing-with-a-twist-pt1/?id=rMLc6g1_mI

A good old-fashioned field day is one of my favorite ways to get kids active outside. But old-fashioned doesn’t have to mean traditional! We played with several pieces of Play with a Purpose equipment (not unusual for us, this is our favorite equipment!) but instead of taking the old-school route,...

05/05/2025

Happy 🥳 We're celebrating YOU with a giveaway! Enter to win a SimpleSwitch Dramatic Playstand, our most versatile dramatic play solution!

Enter now: https://pwap.com/giveaways?id=q3gwbTdBFU

04/28/2025

Show your teachers how much they mean! Explore simple, meaningful ways to celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week and spread gratitude throughout your center 🙏🩷

https://blog.pwap.com/meaningful-ways-to-celebrate-teacher-appreciation-week/?id=vnIk6_PGOo

Teachers give so much of themselves every single day, and Teacher Appreciation Week is the perfect time to recognize their dedication. For administrators and childcare directors, this is a wonderful opportunity to create meaningful moments of gratitude that show teachers just how valued they are. Wh...

04/02/2025

Learn how to use the SimpleSwitch Food Truck to teach your young learners about community and help them gain a deeper understanding of the people around them!

https://blog.pwap.com/bringing-community-to-life-with-dramatic-play/?id=h_QXKbmiPp

Dramatic play is more than just fun in early childhood classrooms —it’s a vital part of learning about our community. By stepping into different roles and scenarios, young learners gain a meaningful understanding of the people and jobs around them. This year, I’ve introduced Lil’ Learners Ca...

03/28/2025

Transform a corner into a cozy reading nook! Learn how to set up a calming reading area that encourages kids to unwind and dive into their favorite stories. It's all about creating a peaceful escape!

https://blog.pwap.com/how-to-create-a-calming-reading-area/?id=A34Pw1lOWR

As an adult, who doesn’t love curling up and relaxing with a good book? Kiddos are the same way! Setting the scene with comfortable chairs, a soft rug, and assortment of different books can make your classroom or home reading area much more enticing and enjoyable for young readers.