With its moveable mouth and Squeeze Me bleat, this delightful Folkmanis puppet can help role-play big feelings, explore perspectives and expand your child’s voice. Character-play and storytelling are key for cognitive development.
BBQ theme on one side, ice cream on the other. Yes, it’s true! Thank goodness for artful details. Take it...
For your rock n’ roll star. More awesome beats here and here to self-regulate those wiggles. PS – It’s a...
Spark conversation and make sense of the world. Practice social skills over a cup of tea. Sure to warm any...
A cozy cocoon for swinging and spinning – or getting into that mental “just right space”. Loved by occupational therapists...
A very grown-up dining experience; bonus points for building fine motor skills.
Learn letters with a classic game. There’s a reason it’s a classroom favorite. Ditto for the numbers edition.
A simple tool to help your child describe a universe of facial expressions, and to name feelings and emotions with...
“And I’d like to thank the Academy, my parents, my teachers, Plinkit….” Comes with free Movie Maker app to capture...
Hours of retro fun! A must-have for long car rides. Nifty shutter slides (no little bits mess!) makes this game...
Beloved by teachers. One of those fun games where the learning is stealthily embedded: strategy + pre-reading skills. Each card...
New take on a classic scooter. No pedals! Move this racing machine with alternating leg movements on the foot bar.
Best part? Climbing up the middle! Fun fact: this unanchored rope ladder is especially excellent for grip strength, core strength...
We’re often asked, “How do I know if my child needs speech therapy?” First, listen to your instincts. If you...
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#1 daily challenge with children: How to get from A to Z without fighting, yelling or throwing a tantrum? Learn why...
Your questions, our answers. Learn how to handle common scenarios when a child interrupts. From raising hands, to when to...
At around age 4, you may see all sorts of dramatic language changes – talking back, harsh tones of voice,...
Easy things you can do every day to encourage your toddler to use more language. *Note – Suggestions in this article...
Speaking with a child about death is an important, impactful, and often dreaded, teachable moment. Whether prompted by an actual...
Learning to read is incredibly empowering for a child, but it’s also very complex. There is no quick-fix or shortcut....
Power struggles and harried mornings for both parent and child are normal, and yet not a fun way to start...
“I think I have a sense for Kindergarten readiness, now how can I support my child to get there?” Keep...
Many parents are eager to teach their children basic number concepts at a young age. For a 2-year old, exposure...
Get flustered in the heat of the moment when your children fight? Use these three key phrases to stop sibling...