Proof that math is creative! A unique way to learn math in context. Sorting, matching, organizing – all early math...

A truly universal gift. Bilingualism of any language (whether signed or spoken) enhances cognitive processes – like higher executive function,...

Simple is sometimes best. Beloved in many classrooms, children love to measure everything. Develop your child’s numerical literacy by having...

A favorite of Plinkit expert and pediatric occupational therapist, Shannon White. Lacing cards develop finger dexterity (important for handwriting control...

Beyond standard blocks. This hideout version builds reasoning and motor planning skills. Versatile for teaching language development concepts like directional...

Part puzzle, part game – all skill-building. Clever see-through trucks with playful fun faces that develop budding imaginations, spatial planning...

(Beautiful) bingo with a twist. Bonus fun – it’s multilingual! And for those times you can’t stop having fun with...

Fuel creativity. Card-swiping machine, scanner, conveyor belt…countless ways to learn and play. Don’t forget your groceries, cart and tote!

A play + learn system that develops memory, concentration, visual perception, logic, language and math skills. Developed in Germany; used...

All in one – empathy, creativity, language and fine motor skills. Then bring things to life with a (faux) trip...

A must-have staple for every dress-up bin. Bonus fun with this and this. (Fantastical storytelling not included.)

Teaches cause and effect and sorting, an early math skill. Interactive play with keys creates storytelling and back-and-forth interactions. Beloved...

Take every opportunity to count…anything, everything! It may feel common sense to us grown-ups, but fluency in talking about numbers...

Knowing why transitions are difficult is half the puzzle. The other half is how to get through them. Teachers go...

Easy things you can do every day to encourage your toddler to use more language. *Note – Suggestions in this article...

Conflict is natural for preschoolers who are just learning about peers and group settings – it’s expected, healthy and natural....

Simply saying “Share!” holds little meaning for children. Young children are egocentric and concrete thinkers. Their experience of the world...

Many parents are eager to teach their children basic number concepts at a young age. For a 2-year old, exposure...

“What is a good resource to understand milestones for my child? At what age should they learn colors? Learn numbers?...

Learning to count may seem simple, but it is critical to learning well. Here’s how to do it playfully. The...

Acknowledge and promote positive behavior….*Plinkit* with a Marble Jar! You’ll be amazed at the twinkle in your child’s eye each...

Taking time to connect with nature has a long-lasting impact on our health, learning and emotional well-being. Here is what...

How do you know if your child is experiencing a developmental “bump”? How do you know if it is time...

Imagine a magical world where children are internally motivated to be kind and generous. It’s doable!