Spot the notches in these wooden blocks? They inspire little hands to build bigger, taller and more complex creations. Playing...
Pow! Inspire oral language development and storytelling, both key to literacy development. A great self-directed activity with multiple learning outcomes....
Next-level Magna-Tiles – in little cubes! Strengthen visual-spatial skills and hand muscles, both critical for early handwriting. Building with magnetic...
An ideal gift for your beginning reader to inspire their love of books, reading and creative storytelling. And for those...
A must-have staple for every dress-up bin. Bonus fun with this and this. (Fantastical storytelling not included.)
Build your own supersonic vehicle – or monster! Design a toy that actually moves. Unlike any kit we’ve seen – includes...
A puzzle and play set all in one! Fun fact: 3D spatial skills are foundational for engineering and design.
Award-winning classic; or the simpler version here. Captivating way of strengthening the pincer grasp.
We love the simplicity + and easy storage of this design. Beginner chess and checker strategies are excellent for kids...
When all the other pieces – like grasp and strength – are in place, it may be time to practice....
As parents and teachers of young children, we encounter ‘power play’ in a variety of ways – some children like...
Kindergarten is a meaningful adjustment – for parents too. We’ve got simple tips for parents for a not-so-simple transition –...
“What is a good resource to understand milestones for my child? At what age should they learn colors? Learn numbers?...
It may feel like a number of impulsive behaviors are seemingly normal for children. But what is ‘normal’? In this...
Help your child learn how to resolve a social conflict on their own with this framework – Wheel of Choices.
Your go-to list of curated learning projects, activities and games that you can do at home to support your child’s...
Book selection is key in helping your child learn to read. Parents of emergent and early readers are often tempted...
“I think I have a sense for Kindergarten readiness, now how can I support my child to get there?” Keep...
Nuts + bolts; let’s get tactical. Now that we’ve baselined the three primary processes of executive functioning, let’s look at...
Tips from an elementary school teacher for parents when teaching math. Key things to remember when supporting your child’s mathematical...
*Yet* – Three letters that may change your child’s outlook on life, even among the youngest learners. Learn how the...