Do you ever catch yourself telling your child to "sit still" or "calm down"? Though in some situations, it's appropriate to keep your child from disrupting, there is also a time and a place for play and movement (including those screams!). Think about when you've been sitting for a long time in a car or at your desk. Doesn't too much time sitting still make you tired, unfocused and maybe even moody? Yes! Because play (or movement) is essential for our creativity, happiness and our ability to … [Read more...]