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Simple Mom-Tested Secrets for Setting Up Successful Playgroups
How to set up a successful playgroup from Guest Author Michele Borba.

The Politics of Playgroup
One mom talks about the trials of joining a new playgroup and the politics that some moms get caught in.

Online Playgroup Organization
This site offers valuable resources you'll need when it comes to playgroups. There are sample activities, relevant books, information on how to find an existing playgroup and advice on how to help your child cope with the loss of a playgroup member.

Sharing During Playgroup
Tips on how to get your child to share with other children during playgroup activities.

Activities for Playgroup
Describes what types of activities you should expect within an ideal playgroup, such as dressing up, art and physical play. Explains what children learn as a result of participation in these activities.

Agression at Playgroup
How to deal with aggression and explosive behavior from your toddler while at playgroup and why you should keep going.

Socialization in Toddlers
Before you start going to playgroup, learn how your young child develops socialization skills and find out how to best foster new skills.

Helping Toddlers Make Friends
Advice from child care expert Dr. Spock on how to help your toddler make and keep new friends.

Playgroups Benefit Parent and Child
Explores the benefits of playgroups for parents and children and explains how they work. Also offers important questions to ask when trying to organize a playgroup in your area.