-Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence
Our Awesome Allowance System gives children practice in setting financial goals, making hard choices, and developing a sense for the...
Most of us have great intentions when it comes to involving our kids in chores, and goodness know we could...
“Executive functioning” is a phrase often cited when talking about child development. But what does it really mean and and...
Nuts + bolts; let’s get tactical. Now that we’ve baselined the 3 primary processes of executive functioning, let’s look at...
Trying to figure out what to look for in a preschool and which questions to ask when visiting schools? Learn...
Are you in the midst of visiting preschools and trying to decipher what to look for in a classroom and...
Simply saying “Share!” holds little meaning for children. Young children are egocentric and concrete thinkers. Their experience of the world...
Conflict is natural for preschoolers who are just learning about peers and group settings – it’s expected, healthy and natural....
#1 daily challenge with children: How to get from A to Z without fighting, yelling or throwing a tantrum? Learn why...
Knowing why transitions are difficult is half the puzzle. The other half is how to get through them. Teachers go...
Imagine a magical world where children are internally motivated to be kind and generous. It’s doable!
Acknowledge and promote positive behavior….*Plinkit* with a Marble Jar! You’ll be amazed at the twinkle in your child’s eye each...
“Is my child ready for Kindergarten? What does that even mean?” Here’s my high-level perspective as a parent + teacher...
“OK, I think I have a sense for Kindergarten readiness, but how can I support my child to get there?” Read...
ABCs, colors, numbers, sight words…parents have heard of the “push-down” of academic skills – that Kindergarten has a lot of...
Kindergarten is a meaningful adjustment – for parents too. We’ve got simple tips for parents for a not-so-simple transition –...
It’s hard to know what you don’t know as your child embarks on their learning journey and enters Kindergarten. Sure,...
“Executive functioning” is a phrase often cited when talking about child development. But what does it really mean and and...
Nuts + bolts; let’s get tactical. Now that we’ve baselined the 3 primary processes of executive functioning, let’s look at...
Including children in their own learning process about how to self-regulate is empowering and long-lasting. Here’s how it’s helpful to...
#1 daily challenge with children: How to get from A to Z without fighting, yelling or throwing a tantrum? Learn why...
Increase critical thinking and curiosity when you read aloud. Take story time to a new level.
Our Top 10 favorite conversation starters can give you insight into what matters to your child, and deepen your connection...
Discover how discipline and punishment differ in practice.
Siblings fight – it happens. But sometimes, stepping outside of the normal realm of toys and games can help kids...
Research-approved. Reframe how you think about “practice”.
“Executive functioning” is a phrase often cited when talking about child development. But what does it really mean and and...
Watching a child turn to you crying for the first time because “A friend said ‘I can’t play’”, is a...
Work through big feelings with this character set. Or try modeling behavior with Jolly Helpers.
“And I’d like to thank the Academy, my parents, my teachers, Plinkit….” Comes with free Movie Maker app to capture...
The ultimate discovery kit. Winner of just about every brainy, creative award. Designed by award winning educator, Vivian Belmont.
New take on a classic scooter. No pedals! Move this racing machine with alternating leg movements on the foot bar.
Made for little hands. A great first instrument. And for your full band….bells, glockenspiel, accordion.
Still unclear how this magic happens. But since it happily encourages writing, happy hocus pocus! And for when you want...
Strategy + socialization + fine motor skills. Great for developing pre-writing and pre-math skills.
Physical and mental dexterity required. Teach your child’s brain and body to work together.
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