Savvy craft kits hone fine motor skills for pre-writing. This one is extra nifty – teaches the science of electricity...
Fun-yet-safe. A positive way of exploring power play themes.
Beloved by teachers. One of those fun games where the learning is stealthily embedded: strategy + pre-reading skills. Each card...
Part puzzle, part phonics…all fun. Bonus points for developing fine motor skills.
Pretend, play and learn – math! A playful way to sharpen number and arithmetic skills.
Experiment with high-flying fun or with simple machines. Another problem-solving goodie for basic physics.
A puzzle and play set all in one! Fun fact: 3D spatial skills are foundational for engineering and design.
A vibrant and engaging way to spark conversations about scientists. Bonus: puzzles improve hand-eye coordination and problem-solving skills. Nothing beats...
Those eyes!! Not-your-average stuffie with a squishy, soft texture that’s got quite the brand following. A soothing companion to reach...
Hands-down, the coolest coloring book..and the longest in the world (!!) Hours of downtime fun that cleverly folds into accordion-style...
A perennial classroom favorite. The simplicity of the blocks maximizes open-ended creativity. Excellent for improving concentration and staying focused –...
Tattling is very common but it can be shaped by our responses to their tattling. Teach your child this simple rhyme to work...
Learning to read is incredibly empowering for a child, but it’s also very complex. There is no quick-fix or shortcut....
Book selection is key in helping your child learn to read. Parents of emergent and early readers are often tempted...
Our Awesome Allowance System gives children practice in setting financial goals, making hard choices, and developing a sense for the...
ABCs, colors, numbers, sight words…parents have heard of the ‘push-down’ of academic skills – that Kindergarten has a lot of...
How is your child dealing with words they can’t read? Here’s an observation tool that can help inform how your...
How to structure the day at home with your child, specifically extended time periods at home. Smart tips and a...
When all the other pieces – like grasp and strength – are in place, it may be time to practice....
Help your child learn how to resolve a social conflict on their own with this framework – Wheel of Choices.
A simple primer for parents that outlines the mechanics of what it means to learn to read when you’re a...
If you want to raise a child who grows up to be a resilient, problem-solving, persistent and adaptable adult, let...
If you’re looking for a didactic list, here’s a theoretical, academic sequence for teaching your child to read. Just remember...