These can include coupons, maternity and children's clothes, and other baby items as well as services such as mowing the lawn, painting a room, or sewing clothes. Many local businesses offer discounts for non-profit groups, allowing playgroup members to save money at the stores they frequent. Community Exploration Many parents groups and playgroups schedule field trips and other special events. The field trips can be 'behind the scenes' tours of such places as fire stations, police stations, and other no-cost locations. Members get a chance to see the local sites and learn more about the area in which they live.
Some groups even become involved in the community through various service projects.
Socialization During play, the children learn valuable skills, such as how to share, take turns and role-play. They can also engage in crafts or other structured activities. For families who cannot afford preschool, a playgroup is a viable solution. All these benefits combine to tip the scales in favor of playgroups. In addition to writing for various online and offline magazines, she maintains the playgroup and homeschool web sites.