Proof that math is creative! A unique way to learn math in context. Sorting, matching, organizing – all early math...
Simple is sometimes best. Beloved in many classrooms, children love to measure everything. Develop your child’s numerical literacy by having...
Beyond standard blocks. This hideout version builds reasoning and motor planning skills. Versatile for teaching language development concepts like directional...
The most creative mini golf set we discovered. The variety of obstacles are stellar for practicing gross motor skills and...
A clever take on the conventional memory game. Players use their sense of touch and fine motor skills to manipulate...
An essential for any STEAM curriculum. But these have an undeniable coolness factor. P.S. – STEAM = Science, technology, engineering, arts,...
A dollhouse you design yourself. Winner of just about every toy award. Why not build the neighborhood too?
Jump & squeak + balance & coordination. Strong body, strong mind. *Loved* by children of all ages.
Spark conversation and make sense of the world. Practice social skills over a cup of tea. Sure to warm any...
A must-have staple for every dress-up bin. Bonus fun with this and this. (Fantastical storytelling not included.)
Improve core strength, balance and coordination. An essential in many classrooms. Equally fabulous at free play as it is for...
A gem of a toy. The decorative accents build focus and fine motor skills; the recipe cards develop matching skills,...
Learning to read is incredibly empowering for a child, but it’s also very complex. There is no quick-fix or shortcut....
Book selection is key in helping your child learn to read. Parents of emergent and early readers are often tempted...
“It’s not about how smart you are, it’s about how you are smart.” -Howard Gardner
Imagine a magical world where children are internally motivated to be kind and generous. It’s doable!
Getting to know your child’s imaginary friends is a fun perk of parenting and teaching. Those characters – whether invisible,...
Simply saying “Share!” holds little meaning for children. Young children are egocentric and concrete thinkers. Their experience of the world...
Power struggles and harried mornings for both parent and child are normal, and yet not a fun way to start...
Easy things you can do every day to encourage your toddler to use more language. *Note – Suggestions in this article...
Taking time to connect with nature has a long-lasting impact on our health, learning and emotional well-being. Here is what...
Take every opportunity to count…anything, everything! It may feel common sense to us grown-ups, but fluency in talking about numbers...
How do you know if your child is experiencing a developmental “bump”? How do you know if it is time...
Knowing why transitions are difficult is half the puzzle. The other half is how to get through them. Teachers go...