by Miniland Team | Dec 15, 2023 | Child development and emotions, Gift Ideas, inclusion, kindness, Social and Emotional Learning
Toys that provide extended playtime past the holiday season are both a child and parent’s favorite! As we make the last purchases and check off the list for those we want to give gifts to this holiday season, you might find yourself what toy to give your niece...
by Miniland Team | Oct 18, 2023 | Down syndrome Awareness, inclusion
My name is Kayla McKeon and in honor of Down Syndrome Awareness Month, I want to talk to all of you about the importance of dolls with Down syndrome. I am the first registered lobbyist in the nation with Down syndrome, and promoting representation of Down syndrome is...
by Miniland Team | May 22, 2023 | diversity, inclusion, Social and Emotional Learning
Early childhood is the ideal time to begin emphasizing the importance of inclusion and acceptance. Helping young children recognize differences in genders, cultural backgrounds or physical abilities will help them become more considerate citizens and give them the...
by Miniland Team | Mar 22, 2023 | diversity, Down syndrome Awareness, inclusion
World Down Syndrome Awareness Day is here and we want to share with you 3 quick tips on how to incorporate diversity and inclusion into playtime. Whether you work with children in the classroom or you have one or more kids at home, the quick tips below will help...
by Miniland Team | Feb 7, 2023 | Black History Month, diversity, inclusion
At Miniland, promoting learning through play has always been a top priority; nothing drives a lesson home more than the simple act of learning through play time. In the classroom, play continues to be a naturally wonderful (and fun!) opportunity to engage students of...
by Miniland Team | Sep 22, 2022 | Child development and emotions, diversity, Hispanic Heritage Month, inclusion, learn through play, Social and Emotional Learning
September 15th kicked off a month long celebration of Hispanic Heritage, one of our favorite celebrations before the start of the holiday season! Observing National Hispanic Heritage month means celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American...