Part puzzle, part phonics…all fun. Bonus points for developing fine motor skills.
Learn letters with a classic game. There’s a reason it’s a classroom favorite. Ditto for the numbers edition.
A truly universal gift. Bilingualism of any language (whether signed or spoken) enhances cognitive processes – like higher executive function,...
Bring the beloved Chicka Chicka Boom Boom to life. An active way of learning the alphabet. And these magnetic letters – foundational...
A play + learn system that develops memory, concentration, visual perception, logic, language and math skills. Developed in Germany; used...
Pretend, play and learn – math! A playful way to sharpen number and arithmetic skills.
Early intro to core executive functions – logic, problem-solving and planning. Great for small hands and for developing spatial visualization....
Strategy + socialization + fine motor skills. Great for developing pre-writing and pre-math skills.
An essential for any STEAM curriculum. But these have an undeniable coolness factor. P.S. – STEAM = Science, technology, engineering, arts,...
Design, build, imagine. Just how we like it. For the nature-enthusiast or the dramatist. Endless options.
Learn real-world coding fundamentals away from a screen (or try this interactive book). Or, go back to basics with logic, sequencing...
Just like your child, just like your family; create your one-of-a-kind character.
Make learning facial vocabulary fun. Great for self-awareness, self-control and self-expression. Another classroom favorite for all mixed feelings.
Master everyday skills with these clever stuffies. Strengthens fine motor skills with real-life finicky accessories – buttons, zippers, laces, buckles,...
Thoughtfully designed blocks; and on a grander scale.
Ideal for on-the-go; bonus points for easy clean-up. Hocus pocus – this and this also open up to creative, portable...
There’s a hero in all of us. Outstanding details in this playset. Or, go (almost) larger than life with this...
All in one – empathy, creativity, language and fine motor skills. Then bring things to life with a (faux) trip...
Soar to and explore new frontiers! And, for something on a smaller scale.
A rocket on your back? Let your imagination run wild…literally!
A puzzle and play set all in one! Fun fact: 3D spatial skills are foundational for engineering and design.
A must-have staple for every dress-up bin. Bonus fun with this and this. (Fantastical storytelling not included.)
For the 21st century with real-world functionality. Or, live large with another award winner.
It’s impossible to stop gawking! Use the inquiry approach with this intro to science. Works well with The Big Book of...
Notice and wonder. Explore the fine details of this world. Comes with awe-inspiring slide images. Kit it out for older...
A fun way to develop hand-eye coordination and cognitive life skills.
A wooden trolley in the shape of a truck with magnetic tools…say what?!
Create your own musical instrument. Apologies now for the sweet “music” you’ll hear! Can’t stop the feeling? Try this trumpet,...
For your rock n’ roll star. More awesome beats here and here to self-regulate those wiggles. PS – It’s a...
3D open-ended mechanics and creativity. Keep tap tapping that logic and hand-eye coordination with this and this.
Still unclear how this magic happens. But since it happily encourages writing, happy hocus pocus! And for when you want...
Mind-bending robot construction kits. Award-winner in design, engineering and creativity. Plus these (based on da Vinci’s Vitruvian Man).
Made for little hands. A great first instrument. And for your full band….hand bells, glockenspiel, accordion.
Fun fact – Musical elements such as beats, rhythm, melody and tempo possess inherent math principles like spatial properties, sequencing,...
Some children are naturally drawn to learning letters, while others may not begin to learn letter identification until they’re a...
Many parents are eager to teach their children basic number concepts at a young age. For a 2-year old, exposure...
Many of us are eager for our children to learn to write. It takes practice but it also needs to...
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...
“Does it make sense? Does it look right? Does it sound right?” is a helpful cueing system to help your...
If you’re looking for a didactic list, here’s a theoretical, academic sequence for teaching your child to read. Just remember...
Whether a young child practices prewriting skills or an older child works on sight words, salt / sand trays are...
As parents and teachers of young children, we encounter ‘power play’ in a variety of ways – some children like...
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