Sorting, classifying, organizing, oh my! This charming stall from the Netherlands is great for practicing early math concepts, communication and...
Just like your child, just like your family; create your one-of-a-kind character.
Work through big feelings with this character set. Or try modeling behavior with Jolly Helpers.
Beloved French toy company Janod’s version of a beloved preschool toy. Purposeful life activities help children learn in context. From...
A fun way of learning letter recognition and letter sounds. Party toppers are also dynamite for practicing the pincer grasp....
For all those wiggles, tears and tantrums. Or find your zen. Lots more useful tools here.
Learn letters with a classic game. There’s a reason it’s a classroom favorite. Ditto for the numbers edition.
Pretend, play and learn – math! A playful way to sharpen number and arithmetic skills.
A social and screen-free way of learning letter identification, including phonological awareness and concepts of print. Get moving!
All in one – empathy, creativity, language and fine motor skills. Then bring things to life with a (faux) trip...
Always a hit in play yards + schools! From deciding what to put inside, how to lift and walk, problem-solving...
Fuel creativity. Card-swiping machine, scanner, conveyor belt…countless ways to learn and play. Don’t forget your groceries, cart and tote!
Getting to know your child’s imaginary friends is a fun perk of parenting and teaching. Those characters – whether invisible,...
Conflict is natural for preschoolers who are just learning about peers and group settings – it is expected, healthy and...
One of the most frequent questions we get from parents is, “How do I get my child to listen?” It’s...
Tantrums are hard to manage – for everyone. Here’s our checklist for what to do…in the first 5 minutes.
Knowing why a child hits is the first step in handling a challenging ‘hitting’ situation. Next, how should you respond...
We’re often asked, “How do I know if my child needs speech therapy?” First, listen to your instincts. If you...
#1 daily challenge with children: How to get from A to Z without fighting, yelling or throwing a tantrum? Learn why...
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...
Are you in the midst of visiting preschools and trying to decipher what to look for in a classroom and...
“The way we talk to children becomes their inner voice.” -Peggy O’Mara
The reality is we have no control over when our child calms down. Parenting and teaching is not quick and...