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,...
A clever take on Memory. Pair number symbols with magnitude concepts (learn to count!) using uniquely illustrated artwork from 10...
The most creative mini golf set we discovered. The variety of obstacles are stellar for practicing gross motor skills and...
Part puzzle, part game – all skill-building. Clever see-through trucks with playful fun faces that develop budding imaginations, spatial planning...
A truly universal gift. Bilingualism of any language (whether signed or spoken) enhances cognitive processes – like higher executive function,...
Clever new take on a traditional game. Fun fact: 3D spatial skills are foundational for engineering and design. Just as...
It’s impossible to stop gawking! Use the inquiry approach with this intro to science. Works well with The Big Book of...
Design, build, imagine. Just how we like it. For the nature-enthusiast or the dramatist. Endless options.
Can you stack a log…using a stick?! Strategy + fun in a small footprint. A unique approach to improving spatial...
Fuel creativity. Card-swiping machine, scanner, conveyor belt…countless ways to learn and play. Don’t forget your groceries, cart and tote!
Improve core strength, balance and coordination. An essential in many classrooms. Equally fabulous at free play as it is for...
Learn the strategies, tools and what to say to manage a healthy separation process between you and your child, especially...
Acknowledge and promote positive behavior….*Plinkit* with a Marble Jar! You’ll be amazed at the twinkle in your child’s eye each...
Your questions, our answers. Learn how to handle common scenarios when a child interrupts. From raising hands, to when to...
Some children are naturally drawn to learning letters, while others may not begin to learn letter identification until they are...
#1 daily challenge with children: How to get from A to Z without fighting, yelling or throwing a tantrum? Learn why...
We teachers have the good fortune of learning and playing with a wide range of children in class and are...
“Empathy is when you’re able to understand and care about how someone else is feeling.” -Mark Ruffalo, Sesame Street
Children experience emotions just like adults, but they need support and guidance to: 1) Understand their emotions; and 2) Make...
Knowing why a child hits is the first step in handling a challenging ‘hitting’ situation. Next, how should you respond...
One of the most frequent questions we get from parents is, “How do I get my child to listen?” It’s...
The reality is we have no control over when our child calms down. Parenting and teaching is not quick and...
We’re often asked, “How do I know if my child needs speech therapy?” First, listen to your instincts. If you...