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SDSU Extension Watertown Regional Center
1910 West Kemp Ave
Watertown, SD 57201
Audrey supports the citizens of South Dakota in her role as the SDSU Extension Early Childhood Field Specialist based in Watertown.
Audrey Rider
SDSU Extension Early Childhood Field Specialist
Also by Audrey Rider
Schema Play is Not Challenging When Understood
Schemas, or imaginative and repetitive play patterns, may seem challenging at first, but they help children make meaning of their world. By identifying and supporting schema behaviors, teachers and parents can turn frustration into growth and joy.
Embracing Technology to Teach Early Literacy Skills
Research suggests that learning happens when children can use multiple senses, such as sight, sound, and touch. With technology, parents, caregivers, and educators can nurture reading skills in new, exciting ways!
Outdoor Play is Educational
Getting kids outside to play and use their imagination is getting harder in our digital, screen-filled world. Using outdoor spaces and nature to create intentional learning opportunities is a great way to fulfill the need for kids to move and use their creative energy.