A truly universal gift. Bilingualism of any language (whether signed or spoken) enhances cognitive processes – like higher executive function,...
An essential for any STEAM curriculum. But these have an undeniable coolness factor. P.S. – STEAM = Science, technology, engineering, arts,...
A favorite of Plinkit expert and pediatric occupational therapist, Shannon White. Lacing cards develop finger dexterity (important for handwriting control...
Proof that math is creative! A unique way to learn math in context. Sorting, matching, organizing – all early math...
A clever take on Memory. Pair number symbols with magnitude concepts (learn to count!) using uniquely illustrated artwork from 10...
Beyond standard blocks. This hideout version builds reasoning and motor planning skills. Versatile for teaching language development concepts like directional...
The ‘pop’ and ‘snap’ of these beads are excellent for strengthening pincer grasps, hand control and finger precision – all...
Early intro to core executive functions – logic, problem-solving and planning. Great for small hands and for developing spatial visualization....
A cozy cocoon for swinging and spinning – or getting into that mental “just right space”. Loved by occupational therapists...
Design, build, imagine. Just how we like it. For the nature-enthusiast or the dramatist. Endless options.
Sometimes simple is best for toys that last. True conversation we overheard: Child: “I want this! I play with it...
Finally, a threading toy with play longevity. Kids love finagling with the clothes; caregivers love how it hones fine motor...
Simply saying “Share!” holds little meaning for children. Young children are egocentric and concrete thinkers. Their experience of the world...
Some children are naturally drawn to learning letters, while others may not begin to learn letter identification until they are...
Knowing why transitions are difficult is half the puzzle. The other half is how to get through them. Teachers go...
Whether a young child practices prewriting skills or an older child works on sight words, salt / sand trays are...
Many parents are eager to teach their children basic number concepts at a young age. For a 2-year old, exposure...
Your go-to list of curated learning projects, activities and games that you can do at home to support your child’s...
Conflict is natural for preschoolers who are just learning about peers and group settings – it is expected, healthy and...
“What is a good resource to understand milestones for my child? At what age should they learn colors? Learn numbers?...
“It’s not about how smart you are, it’s about how you are smart.” -Howard Gardner
How do you know if your child is experiencing a developmental “bump”? How do you know if it is time...
By learning why young children hit – learning what is developmentally going on in their brains when they hit –...
Many of us are eager for our children to learn to write. It takes practice but it also needs to...