by Admin | Jan 18, 2021 | Education & Development, Parent Resources
By Adrie Van Wonterghem with Start Well Orange County This Wednesday Pretend City’s Education Team is partnering with Start Well OC to tackle the topic of Family Mental Health during our Parent Webinar. As we continue to navigate the unprecedented times of the...
by Admin | Jan 4, 2021 | Education & Development, Parent Resources
By Adrie Van Wonterghem One of the most important ways we can care for our children and the children we serve, is by first caring for ourselves. The moment our children enter our lives, our attention is consumed with their wellbeing, happiness, and...
by Admin | Jul 27, 2020 | Education & Development, Parent Resources
Returning to school in the fall will not look like it did a year ago. As many school districts begin to release their plans for reopening, deep concern regarding the mental health of children affected by online learning has surfaced. What can we do as parents to...
by Admin | Jul 20, 2020 | Education & Development, Parent Resources, Purpose behind the Play
We had some fun expectations! My five-year-old and I were excited about Back to School shopping, choosing her favorite pencil box, a backpack and for her first time, a lunch box. We were especially looking forward to, albeit a bit nervous, about the first day of...
by Admin | Jul 13, 2020 | Education & Development, Parent Resources, Purpose behind the Play
As the COVID-19 pandemic lingers on, many parents have expressed concerns regarding their children’s emotional well-being and development. The trauma that constant change and uncertainty has brought into our youth’s lives may have lasting effects on their social and...