Fun fact – Musical elements such as beats, rhythm, melody and tempo possess inherent math principles like spatial properties, sequencing,...
Best part? Climbing up the middle! Fun fact: this unanchored rope ladder is especially excellent for grip strength, core strength...
Jump & squeak + balance & coordination. Strong body, strong mind. *Loved* by children of all ages.
Swing + surf = the Swurfer. Unique curved shape = more power, more stability, wider range of motion…and more fun!
How will you build this beautiful bell run? Will you group by color? Make a pattern? Develops fine motor, motor...
Speedy feet will delight in this authentic go-kart designed for young drivers. Helps build core strength, gross motor skills and...
A puzzle and play set all in one! Fun fact: 3D spatial skills are foundational for engineering and design.
We searched high and low for the ideal indoor bowling set – sturdy pins, weighted (but soft) ball…and this one...
A perennial classroom favorite. The simplicity of the blocks maximizes open-ended creativity. Excellent for improving concentration and staying focused –...
“And I’d like to thank the Academy, my parents, my teachers, Plinkit….” Comes with free Movie Maker app to capture...
Hands-down, the coolest coloring book..and the longest in the world (!!) Hours of downtime fun that cleverly folds into accordion-style...
Those eyes!! Not-your-average stuffie with a squishy, soft texture that’s got quite the brand following. A soothing companion to reach...
Your child may not want to learnt to read – *yet*. It’s completely normal and natural. Reading is hard. Reading...
‘Executive functioning’ is a phrase often cited when talking about child development. But what does it really mean and how...
Taking time to connect with nature has a long-lasting impact on our health, learning and emotional well-being. Here is what...
The benefits of mindfulness and how it can help your child thrive. How to naturally and authentically infuse mindfulness into...
Here’s a practical tool and script to support your child’s self-regulation and emotional awareness – it provides a shared language to signal...
When all the other pieces – like grasp and strength – are in place, it may be time to practice....
Learning to read is incredibly empowering for a child, but it’s also very complex. There is no quick-fix or shortcut....
If you’re looking for a didactic list, here’s a theoretical, academic sequence for teaching your child to read. Just remember...
Little hands often struggle to hold a pencil, especially when their muscles need some building. Fortunately there are many fun...
A breathing exercise to help your child move through the rocky moments in their day. Easy to do and remember....
How is your child dealing with words they can’t read? Here’s an observation tool that can help inform how your...
Brain differences make it hard for a child to control their behavior. Understanding your child’s impulsive behaviors can help you...