6 Toddler Playdate Ideas

6 Toddler Playdate Ideas

6 Toddler Playdate Ideas At Rising Stride, we understand the importance of young children socializing with their peers – it encourages them to build friendships, it helps them to learn in different ways, teaches them how to share and how to play with different toys...
Why Learning Through Play is Key in Early Years

Why Learning Through Play is Key in Early Years

At Rising Stride, we believe that early years is a critical phase in a child’s education and that a great start in life will help children thrive at school and beyond. Play is at the center of our approach because we know that children learn through play – we know...
Difference Between Fine and Gross Motor Skills

Difference Between Fine and Gross Motor Skills

Gross and Fine Motor Skills Development Gross and fine motor skills are important parts of a child’s physical development, each serving different but related purposes. Good gross motor skills provide a base for fine motor skills; for example, a child needs to maintain...