Pow! Inspire oral language development and storytelling, both key to literacy development. A great self-directed activity with multiple learning outcomes. Pairs well with our Clever + Creative Project-Based Learning Ideas.
A simple tool to help your child describe a universe of facial expressions, and to name feelings and emotions with...
Part puzzle, part phonics…all fun. Bonus points for developing fine motor skills.
An ideal gift for your beginning reader to inspire their love of books, reading and creative storytelling. And for those...
Your child will thank you one day. Just you watch. A time capsule for your child to share their stories,...
Imaginative story disks that put a magical spin on the skill of storytelling. Re-telling and storytelling are important for reading...
A must-have staple for every dress-up bin. Bonus fun with this and this. (Fantastical storytelling not included.)
A vibrant and engaging way to spark conversations about scientists. Bonus: puzzles improve hand-eye coordination and problem-solving skills. Nothing beats...
Hands-down, the coolest coloring book..and the longest in the world (!!) Hours of downtime fun that cleverly folds into accordion-style...
Immersive. Enchanting. An extraordinary lift-the-flap book that richly journeys into flora and fauna. With each flap, there is a sense...
Super cool! An irresistible activity book with outstanding artwork. Wordless – ready for wild imaginations and vivid storytelling. Mysteries untold.
“And I’d like to thank the Academy, my parents, my teachers, Plinkit….” Comes with free Movie Maker app to capture...
A puzzle and play set all in one! Fun fact: 3D spatial skills are foundational for engineering and design.
Your child may not want to learnt to read – *yet*. It’s completely normal and natural. Reading is hard. Reading...
Watching a child turn to you crying for the first time because “A friend said ‘I can’t play’”, is a...
Speaking with a child about death is an important, impactful, and often dreaded, teachable moment. Whether prompted by an actual...
One of the most frequent complaints we get from parents is around whining. We get it – even as teachers....
Ready-made cards with easy / no-prep, self-directed activities to entertain your toddler, preschooler and early learner. Excellent for when you...
Learn why children interrupt, what to say in the moment, and strategies for modeling patterns of communication. (It is hard...
For many children, kindness needs to be explicitly taught. Parents and teachers only need a few prompts to help their...
“The way we talk to children becomes their inner voice.” -Peggy O’Mara
Language and scripts parents can use in their back-to-school conversations with children during this Covid-19 pandemic. Plus, answers to common...
Go beyond “How was your day?” Our Top 10 favorite conversation starters can give you insight into what matters to...
A practical guide for navigating conversations with your child about racism, including helpful What You Could Say scripts on important...
Your go-to list of curated learning projects, activities and games that you can do at home to support your child’s...