The softest, snuggliest friend with moveable arms and legs that stands and sits. Dolls are wonderful at personifying a child’s...
Proof that math is creative! A unique way to learn math in context. Sorting, matching, organizing – all early math...
An essential for any STEAM curriculum. But these have an undeniable coolness factor. P.S. – STEAM = Science, technology, engineering, arts,...
Create your own musical instrument. Apologies now for the sweet “music” you’ll hear! Can’t stop the feeling? Try this trumpet,...
Thoughtfully designed blocks; and on a grander scale.
Beloved French toy company Janod’s version of a beloved preschool toy. Purposeful life activities help children learn in context. From...
A dollhouse you design yourself. Winner of just about every toy award. Why not build the neighborhood too?
A social and screen-free way of learning letter identification, including phonological awareness and concepts of print. Get moving!
A very grown-up dining experience; bonus points for building fine motor skills.
Clever new take on a traditional game. Fun fact: 3D spatial skills are foundational for engineering and design. Just as...
Sometimes simple is best for toys that last. True conversation we overheard: Child: “I want this! I play with it...
For your rock n’ roll star. More awesome beats here and here to self-regulate those wiggles. PS – It’s a...
Knowing why a child hits is the first step in handling a challenging ‘hitting’ situation. Next, how should you respond...
We’re often asked, “How do I know if my child needs speech therapy?” First, listen to your instincts. If you...
By learning why young children hit – learning what is developmentally going on in their brains when they hit –...
#1 daily challenge with children: How to get from A to Z without fighting, yelling or throwing a tantrum? Learn why...
The reality is we have no control over when our child calms down. Parenting and teaching is not quick and...
It takes work and repetition, but indeed, there are things that can be done to pre-empt a tantrum and ways...
Imagine a magical world where children are internally motivated to be kind and generous. It’s doable!
“Empathy is when you’re able to understand and care about how someone else is feeling.” -Mark Ruffalo, Sesame Street
Learn why it is important for your child to be able to identify their emotions, and help them build their...
One of the most frequent questions we get from parents is, “How do I get my child to listen?” It’s...
Conflict is natural for preschoolers who are just learning about peers and group settings – it is expected, healthy and...
Getting to know your child’s imaginary friends is a fun perk of parenting and teaching. Those characters – whether invisible,...