Pretend, play and learn – math! A playful way to sharpen number and arithmetic skills.
Build your own supersonic vehicle – or monster! Design a toy that actually moves. Unlike any kit we’ve seen – includes...
Clever new take on a traditional game. Fun fact: 3D spatial skills are foundational for engineering and design. Just as...
Fun-yet-safe. A positive way of exploring power play themes.
Swing + surf = the Swurfer. Unique curved shape = more power, more stability, wider range of motion…and more fun!
Experiment with high-flying fun or with simple machines. Another problem-solving goodie for basic physics.
Sorting, classifying, organizing, oh my! This charming stall from the Netherlands is great for practicing early math concepts, communication and...
A favorite of Plinkit expert and pediatric occupational therapist, Shannon White. Lacing cards develop finger dexterity (important for handwriting control...
An essential for any STEAM curriculum. But these have an undeniable coolness factor. P.S. – STEAM = Science, technology, engineering, arts,...
Made of felt, this is one of those unique playsets that is timeless fun. It’s all in the details –...
A clever take on Memory. Pair number symbols with magnitude concepts (learn to count!) using uniquely illustrated artwork from 10...
Can you stack a log…using a stick?! Strategy + fun in a small footprint. A unique approach to improving spatial...
Little hands often struggle to hold a pencil, especially when their muscles need some building. Fortunately there are many fun...
Your child may not want to learnt to read – *yet*. It’s completely normal and natural. Reading is hard. Reading...
It’s hard to know what you don’t know as your child embarks on their learning journey and enters Kindergarten. Sure,...
Power struggles and harried mornings for both parent and child are normal, and yet not a fun way to start...
Easy things you can do every day to encourage your toddler to use more language. *Note – Suggestions in this article...
How to structure the day at home with your child, specifically extended time periods at home. Smart tips and a...
When all the other pieces – like grasp and strength – are in place, it may be time to practice....
As parents and teachers of young children, we encounter ‘power play’ in a variety of ways – some children like...
“It’s not about how smart you are, it’s about how you are smart.” -Howard Gardner
Learn how to appeal to your child’s thinking brain and shape their future behavior by instilling discipline (vs. imposing punishment)....
Many parents are eager to teach their children basic number concepts at a young age. For a 2-year old, exposure...
Try having ‘Family Agreements’ instead of having ‘rules’. Family Agreements can be powerful yet simple tools for encouraging baseline behavioral...