It’s impossible to stop gawking! Use the inquiry approach with this intro to science. Works well with The Big Book of...
The ‘pop’ and ‘snap’ of these beads are excellent for strengthening pincer grasps, hand control and finger precision – all...
A rocket on your back? Let your imagination run wild…literally!
Imagine a world with chalkboard walls?! Build the play structure of your dreams. Or back to basics with Crazy Forts.
Made of felt, this is one of those unique playsets that is timeless fun. It’s all in the details –...
Soar to and explore new frontiers! And, for something on a smaller scale.
We searched high and low for the ideal indoor bowling set – sturdy pins, weighted (but soft) ball…and this one...
Spot the notches in these wooden blocks? They inspire little hands to build bigger, taller and more complex creations. Playing...
A perennial classroom favorite. The simplicity of the blocks maximizes open-ended creativity. Excellent for improving concentration and staying focused –...
Build your own supersonic vehicle – or monster! Design a toy that actually moves. Unlike any kit we’ve seen – includes...
Imaginative story disks that put a magical spin on the skill of storytelling. Re-telling and storytelling are important for reading...
An easy, no mess, no fuss way of creating beautiful handmade sculptures. Super soft clay + bright colors + no...
It’s normal to hear your child experimenting with dramatic language at around age 4 (e.g., talking back, harsh tones of...
We teachers have the good fortune of learning and playing with a wide range of children in class and are...
“Is my child ready for Kindergarten? What does that even mean?” Here’s my high-level perspective as a parent + teacher...
We may have grand intentions when it comes to involving our kids in chores. But how do you know which...
Taking time to connect with nature has a long-lasting impact on our health, learning and emotional well-being. Here is what...
Knowing why a child hits is the first step in handling a challenging ‘hitting’ situation. Next, how should you respond...
Around the ages of four and five, children begin to tell ‘tall tales’. They may also begin to tell fibs...
Acknowledge and promote positive behavior….*Plinkit* with a Marble Jar! You’ll be amazed at the twinkle in your child’s eye each...
Here’s a practical tool and script to support your child’s self-regulation and emotional awareness – it provides a shared language to signal...
Go beyond “How was your day?” Our Top 10 favorite conversation starters can give you insight into what matters to...
Getting to know your child’s imaginary friends is a fun perk of parenting and teaching. Those characters – whether invisible,...
Speaking with a child about death is an important, impactful, and often dreaded, teachable moment. Whether prompted by an actual...