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Research shows that how we care for a baby influences their entire life in profound ways. RIE has helped thousands of parents and caregivers, in a wide variety of settings, foster the early attachments infants and toddlers need to carry them through life. Our RIE Associates can show you how.
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Fifty years ago, Magda Gerber taught us to see infants “with new eyes,” thereby revolutionizing infant care in the U.S. She founded RIE as a resource for her ideas of respectful, trusting, and responsive care; what she called “Educaring.” Her focus on investing time in enjoyable care routines and respecting a baby’s innate capacities to learn, have become best practices for families and early childhood programs. RIE is an accessible, two-generation, integrated approach to caring for babies from birth to two years old that supports development across all developmental domains:
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Play doesn’t always happen indoors. Being outside and playing in the fresh air can stimulate curiosity and observation. Magda Gerber believed that parents could “raise healthy, ‘happy’ children if they would make outdoor living a regular habit for your babies.”
The next time you are outside, slow down and take a moment with your baby to listen and see what is around you.
Leaves fluttering, trees swaying, sand running through fingers or birds flying and singing are all learning experiences for children and add to their play explorations. You might find being outside benefits you as well.
Play doesn’t always happen indoors. Being outside and playing in the fresh air can stimulate curiosity and observation. Magda Gerber believed that parents could “raise healthy, ‘happy’ children if they would make outdoor living a regular habit for your babies.”
The next time you are outside, slow down and take a moment with your baby to listen and see what is around you.
Leaves fluttering, trees swaying, sand running through fingers or birds flying and singing are all learning experiences for children and add to their play explorations. You might find being outside benefits you as well.
What objects and play spaces invite children to explore?
* Objects that are safe, simple and open-ended allowing the child to engage in active play.
* Objects that do not require adult supervision and vary in size, texture, weight and shape.
* Everyday objects found in your home: recycled materials, kitchen items, varying fabrics and empty boxes.
Similar to play objects, the play space should be accessible to the child without adult assistance and have open space for free movement. Climbing apparatus, like the Pikler triangle, low ramps, and platforms allow children to climb freely and are at a safe height.
What might you add?
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📷: @kirasolomatova
What objects and play spaces invite children to explore?
* Objects that are safe, simple and open-ended allowing the child to engage in active play.
* Objects that do not require adult supervision and vary in size, texture, weight and shape.
* Everyday objects found in your home: recycled materials, kitchen items, varying fabrics and empty boxes.
Similar to play objects, the play space should be accessible to the child without adult assistance and have open space for free movement. Climbing apparatus, like the Pikler triangle, low ramps, and platforms allow children to climb freely and are at a safe height.
What might you add?
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📷: @kirasolomatova
Families often ask what toys inspire imaginative play. At RIE, we believe in a safe environment where children can move freely and explore toys and objects that allow for creativity and imagination.
Simple items, often found in your home, like stacking cups, balls that are different sizes, kitchen pots and pans, and small and large baskets, can provide hours of open-ended, child-inspired play.
We are hosting an event in Pasadena, CA on Saturday, September 16 to explore the idea of creating a RIE-inspired environment in your home or program.
Bring your questions and find answers and community with other parents and caregivers.
For more information, use the link in the bio for event details or to connect with a RIE Associate near you!
Families often ask what toys inspire imaginative play. At RIE, we believe in a safe environment where children can move freely and explore toys and objects that allow for creativity and imagination.
Simple items, often found in your home, like stacking cups, balls that are different sizes, kitchen pots and pans, and small and large baskets, can provide hours of open-ended, child-inspired play.
We are hosting an event in Pasadena, CA on Saturday, September 16 to explore the idea of creating a RIE-inspired environment in your home or program.
Bring your questions and find answers and community with other parents and caregivers.
For more information, use the link in the bio for event details or to connect with a RIE Associate near you!
Announcing our new Fall classes!
Please feel free to share with friends and family.
For questions, email classinfo@rie.org.
Announcing our new Fall classes!
Please feel free to share with friends and family.
For questions, email classinfo@rie.org.