Beloved French toy company Janod’s version of a beloved preschool toy. Purposeful life activities help children learn in context. From...
Proof that math is creative! A unique way to learn math in context. Sorting, matching, organizing – all early math...
Thoughtfully designed blocks; and on a grander scale.
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,...
Sorting, classifying, organizing, oh my! This charming stall from the Netherlands is great for practicing early math concepts, communication and...
Life-size! A next-level version of the classic table-top game that everyone wants to try. (But we especially love how it...
Imagine a world with chalkboard walls?! Build the play structure of your dreams. Or back to basics with Crazy Forts.
Fuel creativity. Card-swiping machine, scanner, conveyor belt…countless ways to learn and play. Don’t forget your groceries, cart and tote!
Road trip adventures from the comfort of home. Clever patchwork and embroidered details (like awning and curtains) bring play to...
A cozy cocoon for swinging and spinning – or getting into that mental “just right space”. Loved by occupational therapists...
Learn letters with a classic game. There’s a reason it’s a classroom favorite. Ditto for the numbers edition.
Simply saying “Share!” holds little meaning for children. Young children are egocentric and concrete thinkers. Their experience of the world...
#1 daily challenge with children: How to get from A to Z without fighting, yelling or throwing a tantrum? Learn why...
Tantrums are hard to manage – for everyone. Here’s our checklist for what to do…in the first 5 minutes.
Learn why it is important for your child to be able to identify their emotions, and help them build their...
It takes work and repetition, but indeed, there are things that can be done to pre-empt a tantrum and ways...
We’re often asked, “How do I know if my child needs speech therapy?” First, listen to your instincts. If you...
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
Book selection is key in helping your child learn to read. Parents of emergent and early readers are often tempted...
Children experience emotions just like adults, but they need support and guidance to: 1) Understand their emotions; and 2) Make...
Trying to figure out what to look for in a preschool and which questions to ask when visiting schools? Learn...