Beloved French toy company Janod’s version of a beloved preschool toy. Purposeful life activities help children learn in context. From...
An essential for any STEAM curriculum. But these have an undeniable coolness factor. P.S. – STEAM = Science, technology, engineering, arts,...
Proof that math is creative! A unique way to learn math in context. Sorting, matching, organizing – all early math...
No details spared in this dynamic cafe set, complete with sugar cubes and pastries. At-home high tea is a superb...
Design your very own dollhouse! Modular and compact, this unique frame can be opened, closed and re-arranged in multiple ways....
The softest, snuggliest friend with moveable arms and legs that stands and sits. Dolls are wonderful at personifying a child’s...
All you need for sensory discovery in one easy bin. Just add imagination! Complete with moldable sand, squishy aquabeads, calming...
Learn letters with a classic game. There’s a reason it’s a classroom favorite. Ditto for the numbers edition.
Road trip adventures from the comfort of home. Clever patchwork and embroidered details (like awning and curtains) bring play to...
Clever new take on a traditional game. Fun fact: 3D spatial skills are foundational for engineering and design. Just as...
We love the sophisticated layout for big make-believe. Plenty of nifty storage ideas because kids love finding order amidst their...
Pretend, play and learn – math! A playful way to sharpen number and arithmetic skills.
The reality is we have no control over when our child calms down. Parenting and teaching is not quick and...
Knowing why transitions are difficult is half the puzzle. The other half is how to get through them. Teachers go...
In the heat of an emotional meltdown, it’s hard to remember what to do. So we use *SKOR* for quick recall....
Conflict is natural for preschoolers who are just learning about peers and group settings – it is expected, healthy and...
By learning why young children hit – learning what is developmentally going on in their brains when they hit –...
“Empathy is when you’re able to understand and care about how someone else is feeling.” -Mark Ruffalo, Sesame Street
Knowing why a child hits is the first step in handling a challenging ‘hitting’ situation. Next, how should you respond...
Simply saying “Share!” holds little meaning for children. Young children are egocentric and concrete thinkers. Their experience of the world...
Learn the strategies, tools and what to say to manage a healthy separation process between you and your child, especially...
Getting to know your child’s imaginary friends is a fun perk of parenting and teaching. Those characters – whether invisible,...
Learning to read is incredibly empowering for a child, but it’s also very complex. There is no quick-fix or shortcut....
We’re often asked, “How do I know if my child needs speech therapy?” First, listen to your instincts. If you...