BBQ theme on one side, ice cream on the other. Yes, it’s true! Thank goodness for artful details. Take it...
Fuel creativity. Card-swiping machine, scanner, conveyor belt…countless ways to learn and play. Don’t forget your groceries, cart and tote!
It’s impossible to stop gawking! Use the inquiry approach with this intro to science. Works well with The Big Book of...
Spark conversation and make sense of the world. Practice social skills over a cup of tea. Sure to warm any...
A rocket on your back? Let your imagination run wild…literally!
Made of felt, this is one of those unique playsets that is timeless fun. It’s all in the details –...
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...
A perennial classroom favorite. The simplicity of the blocks maximizes open-ended creativity. Excellent for improving concentration and staying focused –...
There’s a hero in all of us. Outstanding details in this playset. Or, go (almost) larger than life with this...
Mesmerizing + soothing. The unusual rod top makes it lovely to watch and easy to spin. An excellent addition to...
An easy, no mess, no fuss way of creating beautiful handmade sculptures. Super soft clay + bright colors + no...
When your child starts demonstrating behaviors that show they are trying to ‘fit in’ or wants to ‘belong to a...
Go beyond “How was your day?” Our Top 10 favorite conversation starters can give you insight into what matters to...
Kindergarten is a meaningful adjustment – for parents too. We’ve got simple tips for parents for a not-so-simple transition –...
“Empathy is when you’re able to understand and care about how someone else is feeling.” -Mark Ruffalo, Sesame Street
Taking time to connect with nature has a long-lasting impact on our health, learning and emotional well-being. Here is what...
At around age 4, you may see all sorts of dramatic language changes – talking back, harsh tones of voice,...
Knowing why a child hits is the first step in handling a challenging ‘hitting’ situation. Next, how should you respond...
Learning to read is incredibly empowering for a child, but it’s also very complex. There is no quick-fix or shortcut....
“The way we talk to children becomes their inner voice.” -Peggy O’Mara
Knowing why transitions are difficult is half the puzzle. The other half is how to get through them. Teachers go...
Encouraging your child to listen can sometimes be very hard (even when you have our trusty checklist of things to...
A classroom favorite for cultivating empathy, kindness, community membership and awareness of others. What’s a real superhero? Someone who helps...