Vibrant + engaging. Brilliantly made, this over-sized, fire-breathing fun is over 4.5 feet long. Puzzles are exceptional for developing problem-solving,...
Teaches cause and effect and sorting, an early math skill. Interactive play with keys creates storytelling and back-and-forth interactions. Beloved...
Thoughtfully designed blocks; and on a grander scale.
Improve core strength, balance and coordination. An essential in many classrooms. Equally fabulous at free play as it is for...
A favorite of Plinkit expert and pediatric occupational therapist, Shannon White. Lacing cards develop finger dexterity (important for handwriting control...
Beloved French toy company Janod’s version of a beloved preschool toy. Purposeful life activities help children learn in context. From...
Sorting, classifying, organizing, oh my! This charming stall from the Netherlands is great for practicing early math concepts, communication and...
Jump & squeak + balance & coordination. Strong body, strong mind. *Loved* by children of all ages.
Pretend, play and learn – math! A playful way to sharpen number and arithmetic skills.
Design your very own dollhouse! Modular and compact, this unique frame can be opened, closed and re-arranged in multiple ways....
Build bigger with this bendable, flexible car track system. Undeniably cool – and cerebral.
Spark conversation and make sense of the world. Practice social skills over a cup of tea. Sure to warm any...
Make a go-to place for your child to find comfort and safety when their internal engines feel out-of-sorts. Whether you...
If you’re looking for a didactic list, here’s a theoretical, academic sequence for teaching your child to read. Just remember...
As parents and teachers of young children, we encounter ‘power play’ in a variety of ways – some children like...
If a child is too forceful with their grasp, the pressure used will lead to quick fatigue. To help prevent...
Sometimes, a child may have an efficient grasp and sufficient hand strength, but their handwriting strokes still do not produce...
Is writing letters backwards OK, or is it an early warning sign of a learning difference? Let’s tackle this very...
How is your child dealing with words they can’t read? Here’s an observation tool that can help inform how your...
Many of us are eager for our children to learn to write. It takes practice but it also needs to...
Whether a young child practices prewriting skills or an older child works on sight words, salt / sand trays are...
Learning to write is a hallmark in a child’s education journey. It empowers them to express themselves and their talents....
‘Sensory processing development’ is vital to understanding how children learn. It is deeply studied among early childhood experts, but not...
Taking time to connect with nature has a long-lasting impact on our health, learning and emotional well-being. Here is what...