Maggie Dietrich
Board-Certified Pediatric Physical Therapist
Our site is designed to support families, caregivers, and educators with practical tools and trusted guidance for early childhood development. Here, you’ll find a growing collection of videos, articles, and downloadable resources created by experts in child development—covering everything from communication and sensory play to emotional growth and daily routines.
Whether you’re looking for quick tips, in-depth insights, or simple activities to try at home or in the classroom, Learn and Grow is here to help you feel confident, informed, and empowered every step of the way.
Gross Motor Skills
Fine Motor Skills
Cognitive Development
Speech & Language Development
Emotional & Social
Adaptive Skills
Books come in all shapes, sizes, colors, and reading levels. With so many to choose from, how can you find the right book for your child? While…
Kids of all ages love science experiments, and learning along with your child is a great way to spend quality time together. If you’re looking for a…
In a world where busy schedules, appointments, and extracurriculars can quickly fill our calendars, family time is often the first thing to go. However, quality time together…
Shaped like cartoon characters or baby animals, gummy multivitamins are one way to make sure your child gets vitamins and minerals. They taste good and fill the…
Penfield Children’s Center, in collaboration with Kohl’s, works to provide comprehensive educational and developmental services to help children of all abilities reach their full potential.
Parenting is hard, let us help! Explore our library of blog posts, video and how-to guides to support your familie’s journey.
Delays & Disabilities
Learn how to recognize and support developmental delays and disabilities in young children.
Mental Health
Tap into tools and resources to support caregiver and child emotional and mental wellbeing.
Development Milestones
Explore the various developmental milestones and how to support your child at each step.
“When our daughter Ava was diagnosed with developmental delays, we felt overwhelmed and unsure of what to do next. From the moment we walked into Penfield, we felt supported and understood. The staff took the time to get to know our family and created a plan that met Ava’s unique needs. With their help, she’s made amazing progress—she’s more confident, more independent, and truly thriving. Penfield didn’t just help Ava grow—they helped us grow as parents too.”
Michael Smith, Milwaukee
Every child deserves a strong start, and parents deserve support along the way. Penfield Building Blocks is designed to be a helpful resource on your parenting journey, offering blogs, videos, and expert guidance to navigate developmental milestones with confidence. Whether you’re looking for tips, reassurance, or new ways to support your child’s growth, this collection of tools can help you create a foundation for your child to learn, thrive, and shine.
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