Imaginative story disks that put a magical spin on the skill of storytelling. Re-telling and storytelling are important for reading comprehension. Special order from France. For something simple, try this finger puppet theater.
Beloved by teachers. One of those fun games where the learning is stealthily embedded: strategy + pre-reading skills. Each card...
Part puzzle, part phonics…all fun. Bonus points for developing fine motor skills.
Sensory-reinforcement makes learning lower case a little less tricky (say that three times!) And because upper case and numbers are...
A must-have staple for every dress-up bin. Bonus fun with this and this. (Fantastical storytelling not included.)
A dollhouse you design yourself. Winner of just about every toy award. Why not build the neighborhood too?
Found! Scoured the earth to find a simple (yet engaging) puzzle with upper and lower case letters.
We love the simplicity + and easy storage of this design. Beginner chess and checker strategies are excellent for kids...
We love the story, the concept, the illustrations…all of it! Especially the feeling it leaves in you – pride in...
Immersive. Enchanting. An extraordinary lift-the-flap book that richly journeys into flora and fauna. With each flap, there is a sense...
“And I’d like to thank the Academy, my parents, my teachers, Plinkit….” Comes with free Movie Maker app to capture...
A vibrant and engaging way to spark conversations about scientists. Bonus: puzzles improve hand-eye coordination and problem-solving skills. Nothing beats...
If you’re looking for a didactic list, here’s a theoretical, academic sequence for teaching your child to read. Just remember...
Book selection is key in helping your child learn to read. Parents of emergent and early readers are often tempted...
“Gratitude is not just a feeling outside your control that arrives willy-nilly. It’s more like a radio channel: you can...
Understand the difference between discipline and punishment to change a child’s behavior in the future. Let’s focus on creating effective...
Sibling fighting and rivalry is normal and, in most cases, healthy. Learn how to resolve sibling conflict in 5 simple...
A frequent question teachers are asked by parents is, “Should I correct my child’s spelling?” Our short answer – “It...
A simple primer for parents that outlines the mechanics of what it means to learn to read when you’re a...
Acknowledge and promote positive behavior….*Plinkit* with a Marble Jar! You’ll be amazed at the twinkle in your child’s eye each...
Your go-to list of curated learning projects, activities and games that you can do at home to support your child’s...
A go-to list of calming strategies that your child can independently use to get back on track when they feel...
“Is my child ready for Kindergarten? What does that even mean?” Here’s my high-level perspective as a parent + teacher...
Ready-made cards with easy / no-prep, self-directed activities to entertain your toddler, preschooler and early learner. Excellent for when you...