A perennial classroom favorite. The simplicity of the blocks maximizes open-ended creativity. Excellent for improving concentration and staying focused – life skills that are important for executive functions.
Beautiful. Handmade by Balinese artists in collaboration with a Brooklyn design firm. A fun way of building hand-eye coordination, motor...
Encourage creativity and reasonable risk with real working tools. Inspired by the Montessori way of learning and designed in France....
Spot the notches in these wooden blocks? They inspire little hands to build bigger, taller and more complex creations. Playing...
3D open-ended mechanics and creativity. Keep tap tapping that logic and hand-eye coordination with this and this.
Cute! A magical home for your child’s imagination. The moveable door adds a sweet element of childhood surprise and is...
Unique + dynamic! Curved pipe pieces bring more expression to creations and better 3D spatial awareness. Connectibility on multiple sides...
Re-imagine ‘school’. Packed with thoughtful details and accessories, this playset will creatively nurture your child’s feelings, ideas and dreams for...
The ‘pop’ and ‘snap’ of these beads are excellent for strengthening pincer grasps, hand control and finger precision – all...
Real tinkering. Real fun. Or this or this? Choice is hard! Teaches core concepts in engineering, design and physics.
Teaches cause and effect and sorting, an early math skill. Interactive play with keys creates storytelling and back-and-forth interactions. Beloved...
Sometimes simple is best for toys that last. True conversation we overheard: Child: “I want this! I play with it...
Fuel creativity. Card-swiping machine, scanner, conveyor belt…countless ways to learn and play. Don’t forget your groceries, cart and tote!
Imagine a magical world where children are internally motivated to be kind and generous. It’s doable!
If a child is too forceful with their grasp, the pressure used will lead to quick fatigue. To help prevent...
It’s hard to know what you don’t know as your child embarks on their learning journey and enters Kindergarten. Sure,...
Let’s double-down on how to translate *growth mindset* into something tangible with your child. We’re focusing on how to teach...
How to structure the day at home with your child, specifically extended time periods at home. Smart tips and a...
Getting to know your child’s imaginary friends is a fun perk of parenting and teaching. Those characters – whether invisible,...
Kindergarten is a meaningful adjustment – for parents too. We’ve got simple tips for parents for a not-so-simple transition –...
Your child may not want to learnt to read – *yet*. It’s completely normal and natural. Reading is hard. Reading...
Book selection is key in helping your child learn to read. Parents of emergent and early readers are often tempted...
Learning to count may seem simple, but it is critical to learning well. Here’s how to do it playfully. The...
If you’re looking for a didactic list, here’s a theoretical, academic sequence for teaching your child to read. Just remember...
If you want to raise a child who grows up to be a resilient, problem-solving, persistent and adaptable adult, let...