Help Me Grow Marin

01/13/2026

Ask questions when working and playing with young children to help them develop critical thinking and other key skills.

01/10/2026

Play!

01/09/2026

Why it's important to encourage messy play...https://ilslearningcorner.com/2016-05-tactile-learning-how-your-child-learns-through-touch-and-their-tactile-system/

12/16/2025

12/16/2025

A child’s balance system develops…

in its own timeline. However, there are some milestones or guidelines to help you determine if your child is progressing.

You may not realize it, but balance is an extremely important system to develop that supports a child’s future learning. Children who have fine-tuned their balance skills when they were younger have better:

⚖ Attention and focus
⚖ Core stability to copy notes from the chalkboard
⚖ Can sit for longer periods of time in their chair
⚖ Provides stability for handwriting and reading development

To find out if your child or students are reaching some of their balance milestones or are on their way, do the following:

1. 🔗Click the link in the profile or grab it here: https://ilslearningcorner.com/balance-milestones-development/

2. 📖Read the article on the importance of balance milestones and download the packet.

3. 💬Send us a DM or email us at info@ilslearning.com with one activity you’d like to try with your child using balance and we’ll send you a free packet.

12/15/2025

12/15/2025

Why aren’t more parents reading to their kids?

A new article from The74 says it’s not just time, it’s also tech. Screens are everywhere. For many young parents, reading feels like school, not fun.

"When we introduce screen time very young, and we don’t manage the amount of time children are spending on screens, … it can be difficult for children to transition from such an exciting medium to a medium like a book that may initially feel not as exciting" - Rebecca Parlakian, Senior Director of Programs, ZERO TOTHREE

But when kids miss out on daily reading, they miss out on a lot: vocabulary, focus, social skills. Read the article: https://bit.ly/4rD4EVR

12/06/2025

If you are the parent or loved one of a child living with a developmental challenge or disability, join our free Family-to-Family Real Talk webinar on Monday, Dec 15 at 3pm ET. In this safe space, you'll find community while exploring how family and cultural strengths help us exceed expectations and thrive in life. Live Spanish translation and captioning will be available. Register now: https://bit.ly/f2fdc

12/06/2025

Millions of children – as many as 1 in 5 – struggle with mental health or learning challenges. Donate to a trusted children’s mental health charity.

12/04/2025

12/01/2025