The Basics Sanford

10/17/2026

10/17/2026

Maximize Love, Manage Stress Together This Fall! 🍁🍂
Fall is a wonderful season to slow down, connect, and practice healthy habits with your little ones. Here are 6 cozy, festive ways to manage stress and build strong emotional connections as a family

10/16/2026

Join us tomorrow at Sanford AutumnFest! 🍁🍂 Stop by The Basics table and say hello! If you’re a local family with children ages 0–5, take our quick Sanford Young Learners survey for a chance to win one of two grocery gift cards! 🛒💳 We can't wait to see you there!

Sanford School Department
Little World 2 Learning Center
United Way of Southern Maine
Sanford Springvale Chamber of Commerce

10/13/2026

10/12/2026

🎃 Math is fun and festive with toddlers this fall! 🍂

You don't need worksheets to teach early math. Pumpkins of different sizes and try these quick, playful comparison games with your little one:
• 👐 Big vs. Small: Hold up the big pumpkin, then the tiny one. Say the words out loud while they touch them: "Big pumpkin! Small pumpkin!"
• 💪 Heavy vs. Light: Let them try to lift both. Ask: "Oooh, is this one heavy? Can you lift the light one?"
• 🖐️ Rough vs. Smooth: Feel the bumpy stem compared to the smooth skin.
It takes less than 5 minutes, burns some energy, and builds vocabulary! 🧡

10/04/2026

Missed our Pajama Pop-Up last week? We’ve got you covered! 💤 Snuggle in with Ms. Gerrish for a virtual bedtime story and learn a quick calming breath to end the day. 📖✨

10/01/2026

The Home Energy Assistance Program (HEAP) applications are open to help assist with heating costs for qualified households. Check out Maine State Housing Authority’s post and apply today! ⏳

mainehousing.org/heap even features tutorial videos for applying!

09/30/2026

Join us tonight!

Join us Monday for our first Pajama Pop Up of the 2026 school year! 🌙
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09/28/2026

🍂 Boost Early Math Skills This Fall with the Basics! 🍂

Turning everyday autumn moments into fun math games is easier than you think. You don't need worksheets or flashcards—just a little curiosity!

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09/24/2026

Join us Monday for our first Pajama Pop Up of the 2026 school year! 🌙
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