Sorting, classifying, organizing, oh my! This charming stall from the Netherlands is great for practicing early math concepts, communication and...
Proof that math is creative! A unique way to learn math in context. Sorting, matching, organizing – all early math...
Thoughtfully designed blocks; and on a grander scale.
An essential for any STEAM curriculum. But these have an undeniable coolness factor. P.S. – STEAM = Science, technology, engineering, arts,...
Create your own musical instrument. Apologies now for the sweet “music” you’ll hear! Can’t stop the feeling? Try this trumpet,...
Design your very own dollhouse! Modular and compact, this unique frame can be opened, closed and re-arranged in multiple ways....
For your rock n’ roll star. More awesome beats here and here to self-regulate those wiggles. PS – It’s a...
The ‘pop’ and ‘snap’ of these beads are excellent for strengthening pincer grasps, hand control and finger precision – all...
A rocket on your back? Let your imagination run wild…literally!
Soar to and explore new frontiers! And, for something on a smaller scale.
Pretend, play and learn – math! A playful way to sharpen number and arithmetic skills.
Small fingers love tinkering with locks (plus, it strengthens their pincer grasp and hand muscles). Explore early phonics and learn...
Whether a young child practices prewriting skills or an older child works on sight words, salt / sand trays are...
‘Sensory processing development’ is vital to understanding how children learn. It is deeply studied among early childhood experts, but not...
By learning why young children hit – learning what is developmentally going on in their brains when they hit –...
Knowing why a child hits is the first step in handling a challenging ‘hitting’ situation. Next, how should you respond...
Getting to know your child’s imaginary friends is a fun perk of parenting and teaching. Those characters – whether invisible,...
Learning to read is incredibly empowering for a child, but it’s also very complex. There is no quick-fix or shortcut....
Taking time to connect with nature has a long-lasting impact on our health, learning and emotional well-being. Here is what...
Book selection is key in helping your child learn to read. Parents of emergent and early readers are often tempted...
Many of us are eager for our children to learn to write. It takes practice but it also needs to...