FUNdamentals, LLC

06/16/2026

🎨 From an Idea to a Masterpiece

Have you ever wondered how a child figures out where to place pieces, how to move their hands, or what steps come next during a craft project?

That's called motor planning — the brain's ability to think of, organize, and carry out a movement or series of movements.

Motor planning helps children:
✨ Follow multi-step directions
✨ Learn new skills
✨ Complete crafts and projects
✨ Navigate playground equipment
✨ Dress themselves
✨ Build confidence when trying something new

Every cut, glue, fold, paint stroke, and creation is more than just art—it's practice for the brain and body working together.

At FUNdamentals, we love creating opportunities for children to strengthen these important skills through play, movement, and hands-on activities.

Because sometimes a masterpiece is about much more than the finished product. 💙🧡💚

www.playatfundamentals.com

06/14/2026

🎈 Big Skills Start With Play 🎈

At FUNdamentals, even something as simple as playing with a balloon can build important developmental skills!

💛 Hand-eye coordination
💛 Visual tracking
💛 Bilateral coordination (using both hands together)
💛 Motor planning
💛 Body awareness
💛 Turn-taking and social interaction
💛 Focus and attention

The best part? Kids just think they're having fun.

Play isn't "just play"—it's how children learn, grow, and develop the skills they'll use for a lifetime.

✨ Igniting young minds through play. Join us!

East Providence, RI
🌐 www.playatfundamentals.com

06/13/2026

🤝 The Power of Collaborative Games

Winning isn't always the goal.

Some of the most important skills children learn happen when they work together toward a common goal.

Collaborative games help children practice:
💙 Teamwork
💙 Communication
💙 Problem-solving
💙 Flexible thinking
💙 Taking turns
💙 Managing frustration
💙 Celebrating others' successes

When children work together to build, create, solve, or complete a challenge, they learn that everyone has something valuable to contribute.

These moments help build confidence, friendships, and the social skills that support success both in and out of the classroom.

At FUNdamentals, we love creating opportunities for children to connect, cooperate, and grow through play.

Because sometimes the best victories are the ones we achieve together. 💚🧡💙

www.playatfundamentals.com

06/11/2026

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06/11/2026

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06/11/2026

📢 Schedule Update

FUNdamentals will be closing early this Friday, June 12 @ 11 AM

🧸 Open Play will be available from 9:00 AM–11:00 AM.

We apologize for any inconvenience!

www.playatfundamentals.com

06/11/2026

🤔 "My child is always bumping into things!"

If you've ever found yourself saying this, you're not alone.

Many children who frequently bump into furniture, stand too close to others, knock things over, or seem unaware of their surroundings may be struggling with body awareness.

Body awareness is our ability to understand where our body is in space and how much force we're using during movement.

When body awareness is still developing, children may:
🔹 Crash into things
🔹 Use too much force during play
🔹 Invade personal space
🔹 Appear clumsy or uncoordinated
🔹 Seek lots of movement

The good news? Body awareness is a skill that can be strengthened through play!

Try:
🐻 Animal walks
🧺 Carrying heavy objects
🛝 Climbing and playground play
🚧 Obstacle courses
🎯 Target games
🤸 Movement activities that challenge balance and coordination

These activities help children build a stronger understanding of their bodies, leading to improved coordination, confidence, and social success.

www.playatfundamentals.com

06/09/2026

THINGS WE HEAR EVERY DAY AT FUNdamentals ❤️

✨ "Watch me!"

✨ "I did it all by myself!"

✨ "Can I have a turn next?"

✨ "Will you play with me?"

✨ "Look what I made!"

✨ "I was nervous, but I did it!"

✨ "Let's try again."

These may sound like simple childhood moments, but to us, they're so much more.

Behind every "Watch me!" is growing confidence.

Behind every "Can I have a turn?" is developing social awareness.

Behind every "Let's try again" is resilience.

At FUNdamentals, we're not just building crafts, playing games, or climbing obstacles. We're helping children build the skills they'll carry with them for life.

And hearing these little words each day reminds us why we do what we do. 💙

www.playatfundamentals.com

06/07/2026

✨ CHOICES SHAPE OUR DAY ✨

One of our favorite book series at FUNdamentals is What Should Danny Do? because it teaches a simple but powerful lesson: our choices matter.

Throughout the day, children make countless choices.

Do I keep trying or give up?
Do I use kind words or hurtful words?
Do I ask for help or get frustrated?
Do I include someone or walk away?

The choices children make help shape their experiences, relationships, and confidence.

As adults, our goal isn't to make every choice for them. It's to help them learn how to pause, think through their options, and make thoughtful decisions.

When children learn to stop and consider their choices, they build:
⭐ Self-regulation
⭐ Problem-solving skills
⭐ Flexible thinking
⭐ Responsibility
⭐ Independence

One of our favorite questions to ask children is:

💭 "What are your choices right now?"

It's a simple question that encourages children to think, reflect, and take ownership of their actions.

Because while we can't control everything that happens, we can choose what we do next. ❤️

www.playatfundamentals.com

06/07/2026

FUNdamentals has been nominated in the 2026 CommunityVotes Providence awards, and we'd be so grateful for your support! ❤️

Please take a moment to vote for us and help spread the word:

🏆 Vote Here:
https://providence.communityvotes.com/n/2379006-fundamentals-llc

And while you're there, we'd love if you would also write us in for:

⭐ After School Programs
⭐ Children's Activities

At FUNdamentals, we're passionate about creating purposeful, play-based experiences that help children build confidence, social skills, emotional regulation, and lifelong learning foundations through play. Your support helps us continue serving local families and growing our impact in the community.

Every vote and write-in means the world to our small, women-owned business. Thank you for being part of the FUNdamentals family! 💙🧡💚

📍 East Providence, RI
🌐 www.playatfundamentals.com

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