Learning and Development

If you have children or a baby or have these wonderful little humans in your extended family, you may want to know what their stuffed animal toy, or "stuffie" is made with before you give one to them. Here's what you need to know.The most common materials used to create stuffed animal toys are fabric, stuffing, and decorations. Fabric is the outer layer of the toy, while the stuffing is the material used to fill the toy and give it its shape. Decorations can include eyes, nose, and other features that give the toy its unique appearance. Fabric: The type...

Stuffed animals are soft and cuddly, but they can also accumulate dirt, dust, and bacteria over time. So its important to pry them away from their possessive owners to ensure they get a good clean.  First here's how to distract a child so you can get the much-loved stuffie into a washing machine and dryer for an hour. Then we'll show you how to wash the toy. Start by offering  an alternative toy: Give your child a new or different toy to play with while you wash their stuffed animal. Offer a toy that your child has not seen before...

Foxes are adorable, lively, and quirky animals. So it is no surprise they have become a trendy pet to show off on social media. However, there is more to fox ownership than cute Instagram posts. This article will examine what is needed to care for a fox and if foxes make good pets. Types of foxes and where they live Foxes are medium-sized, omnivorous animals found on every continent except for Antarctica. This widespread distribution has made foxes prominent in many cultures, societies, and folklore worldwide.  Foxes are part of the Canidae family (Canids), in the subfamily Caninae, along with...

Alpacas are adorable and charming animals with irresistibly soft and fluffy fur. So, it is no surprise that people would want to have one of their own. That is one of the reasons why alpaca ownership has become increasingly popular over the years. But is having a pet alpaca all it’s cracked up to be? This article will look at if it is possible to have an alpaca as a pet and what is needed to care for one properly. Types of alpacas and where they live Alpacas are herbivorous, camelid mammals that live primarily in high-altitude areas (3,500 to...