Real tinkering. Real fun. Or this or this? Choice is hard! Teaches core concepts in engineering, design and physics.
This! Its giant-ness makes it excitingly attractive. Nothing like the potential of a crashing tower to elicit big rolling laughter....
Very cool, very S.T.E.A.M. Bring 2D concepts into large-scale 3D. Foster creativity, experimentation and patience using modular + magnetic constraints....
Build bigger with this bendable, flexible car track system. Undeniably cool – and cerebral.
Spot the notches in these wooden blocks? They inspire little hands to build bigger, taller and more complex creations. Playing...
Build your own supersonic vehicle – or monster! Design a toy that actually moves. Unlike any kit we’ve seen – includes...
A truly universal gift. Bilingualism of any language (whether signed or spoken) enhances cognitive processes – like higher executive function,...
A sweet take on a classic game. The novel figurines (felt ears! felt manes!) amp things up. A great family...
Fuel creativity. Card-swiping machine, scanner, conveyor belt…countless ways to learn and play. Don’t forget your groceries, cart and tote!
We love the sophisticated layout for big make-believe. Plenty of nifty storage ideas because kids love finding order amidst their...
Early intro to core executive functions – logic, problem-solving and planning. Great for small hands and for developing spatial visualization....
Made of felt, this is one of those unique playsets that is timeless fun. It’s all in the details –...
Some children are naturally drawn to learning letters, while others may not begin to learn letter identification until they are...
As parents and teachers of young children, we encounter ‘power play’ in a variety of ways – some children like...
Conflict is natural for preschoolers who are just learning about peers and group settings – it is expected, healthy and...
ABCs, colors, numbers, sight words…parents have heard of the ‘push-down’ of academic skills – that Kindergarten has a lot of...
Book selection is key in helping your child learn to read. Parents of emergent and early readers are often tempted...
Learning to count may seem simple, but it is critical to learning well. Here’s how to do it playfully. The...
We may have grand intentions when it comes to involving our kids in chores. But how do you know which...
#1 daily challenge with children: How to get from A to Z without fighting, yelling or throwing a tantrum? Learn why...
When all the other pieces – like grasp and strength – are in place, it may be time to practice....
Power struggles and harried mornings for both parent and child are normal, and yet not a fun way to start...
Learning to read is incredibly empowering for a child, but it’s also very complex. There is no quick-fix or shortcut....
Simply saying “Share!” holds little meaning for children. Young children are egocentric and concrete thinkers. Their experience of the world...