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...
Easy-to-use cards to encourage your little yogi to twist, bend, breathe and practice mindfulness. Meditation and mindfulness are proven to...
Encourage creativity and reasonable risk with real working tools. Inspired by the Montessori way of learning and designed in France....
Best part? Climbing up the middle! Fun fact: this unanchored rope ladder is especially excellent for grip strength, core strength...
Fun-yet-safe. A positive way of exploring power play themes.
Jump & squeak + balance & coordination. Strong body, strong mind. *Loved* by children of all ages.
We love the simplicity + and easy storage of this design. Beginner chess and checker strategies are excellent for kids...
Physical and mental dexterity required. Teach your child’s brain and body to work together.
Immersive. Enchanting. An extraordinary lift-the-flap book that richly journeys into flora and fauna. With each flap, there is a sense...
Ping pong anywhere and everywhere! This inventive corknet is sturdy, yet portable. A fun game for gross motor and spatial...
Mesmerizing + soothing. The unusual rod top makes it lovely to watch and easy to spin. An excellent addition to...
How to structure the day at home with your child, specifically extended time periods at home. Smart tips and a...
Parents are often unsure of how to talk to young children about race. But it is real and it is...
Kindergarten is a meaningful adjustment – for parents too. We’ve got simple tips for parents for a not-so-simple transition –...
Tips from an elementary school teacher for parents when teaching math. Key things to remember when supporting your child’s mathematical...
Language and scripts parents can use in their back-to-school conversations with children during this Covid-19 pandemic. Plus, answers to common...
Try having ‘Family Agreements’ instead of having ‘rules’. Family Agreements can be powerful yet simple tools for encouraging baseline behavioral...
We can’t end sibling fighting nor force our children to get along, but we can help them recall happy moments...
Taking time to connect with nature has a long-lasting impact on our health, learning and emotional well-being. Here is what...
Teasing, name-calling, social exclusion or any other general unkindness that specifically relates to race, gender, religion or any aspects of...
Sibling fighting and rivalry is normal and, in most cases, healthy. Learn how to resolve sibling conflict in 5 simple...
“I think I have a sense for Kindergarten readiness, now how can I support my child to get there?” Keep...
As parents and teachers of young children, we encounter ‘power play’ in a variety of ways – some children like...