The Roarling parent guides
A little inspiration.
A whole lot of play.
Play ideas for the afternoon, and a closer look at the research behind children's little discoveries. Bring a book, some toys, and your curiosity.
A closer look at learning
From the paper to the playroom.
Five parent guides to specific research findings, with honest limits and something small to try.
Books & attention
A busy book page. One little point.
What a study of picture-book layouts suggests about helping a new word find its picture.
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Shapes & discovery
Still a triangle when it's upside down
Turn, trace and compare. A closer look at what makes a shape belong to its family.
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Words & memory
Said it yesterday. Give it another chance today.
A 2025 study adds a useful detail to retrieval practice: children need something solid to remember first.
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Building & spatial words
Beyond “put it there”
Little words for building, puzzles and finding a place for the biggest dinosaur.
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Screens & attention
What is the animation helping them notice?
Moving pictures can help. The useful question is what they are helping a child follow.
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A few ideas for today.
Letters & sounds
Five alphabet games for little explorers
Try a name hunt, a letter delivery, and other simple alphabet games for preschoolers at home.
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Numbers & counting
Little things. Lots of counting.
Five counting activities to connect numbers 1–10 with toys, footsteps and familiar objects.
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Everyday routines
A little learning. Room for real life.
One familiar moment, one small game, and an easy way to finish.
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Our guides are written by the Roarling team, with AI assistance for drafting and editing. We check the ideas against the educational sources linked in each article. Choose what fits your child and leave the rest.
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