The only knife set owned by all of us at Plinkit for our kids, by French manufacturer Opinel. Cooking together is great for fine motor development, mathematizing their world and appreciating the art of conversation. Voted best kids chef knife by America’s Test Kitchen.
A reversible puzzle? So clever! One side is set in Spring, the other in Fall – both have delightful patterns...
Savvy craft kits hone fine motor skills for pre-writing. This one is extra nifty – teaches the science of electricity...
Jump & squeak + balance & coordination. Strong body, strong mind. *Loved* by children of all ages.
There’s a hero in all of us. Outstanding details in this playset. Or, go (almost) larger than life with this...
Build bigger with this bendable, flexible car track system. Undeniably cool – and cerebral.
Experiment with high-flying fun or with simple machines. Another problem-solving goodie for basic physics.
We love the story, the concept, the illustrations…all of it! Especially the feeling it leaves in you – pride in...
Super cool! An irresistible activity book with outstanding artwork. Wordless – ready for wild imaginations and vivid storytelling. Mysteries untold.
Beyond giant play. The one and only jumbo bubbles kit that comes with two unique wands and the Dr. Zigs...
Hands-down, the coolest coloring book..and the longest in the world (!!) Hours of downtime fun that cleverly folds into accordion-style...
New twist on the classic tug-of-war that will have the whole family laughing and active. Add a dose of healthy...
Those eyes!! Not-your-average stuffie with a squishy, soft texture that’s got quite the brand following. A soothing companion to reach...
At around age 4, you may see all sorts of dramatic language changes – talking back, harsh tones of voice,...
“Is my child ready for Kindergarten? What does that even mean?” Here’s my high-level perspective as a parent + teacher...
A classroom favorite for cultivating empathy, kindness, community membership and awareness of others. What’s a real superhero? Someone who helps...
It’s normal to hear your child experimenting with dramatic language at around age 4 (e.g., talking back, harsh tones of...
Little hands often struggle to hold a pencil, especially when their muscles need some building. Fortunately there are many fun...
‘Executive functioning’ is a phrase often cited when talking about child development. But what does it really mean and how...
A practical how-to guide filled with links to buy what you need if your child is doing distance learning. Here...
Get flustered in the heat of the moment when your children fight? Use these three key phrases to stop sibling...
One of the most frequent questions we get from parents is, “How do I get my child to listen?” It’s...
Make a go-to place for your child to find comfort and safety when their internal engines feel out-of-sorts. Whether you...
One of the most frequent complaints we get from parents is around whining. We get it – even as teachers....
Empower your child to manage their emotions and regain control in heated situations with *STOP!*