Road trip adventures from the comfort of home. Clever patchwork and embroidered details (like awning and curtains) bring play to...
BBQ theme on one side, ice cream on the other. Yes, it’s true! Thank goodness for artful details. Take it...
A cozy cocoon for swinging and spinning – or getting into that mental “just right space”. Loved by occupational therapists...
Good old-fashioned fun and cheer. These delightful stickers are brilliant for adding a splash of sunshine + happy to anything...
Fuel creativity. Card-swiping machine, scanner, conveyor belt…countless ways to learn and play. Don’t forget your groceries, cart and tote!
Early intro to core executive functions – logic, problem-solving and planning. Great for small hands and for developing spatial visualization....
A book that’s uniquely shaped like a pile of pancakes – very awesome! The descriptive words (fluffy, dollop, drizzle, crunchy...
An essential for any STEAM curriculum. But these have an undeniable coolness factor. P.S. – STEAM = Science, technology, engineering, arts,...
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.
Bring the beloved Chicka Chicka Boom Boom to life. An active way of learning the alphabet. And these magnetic letters – foundational...
Beloved French toy company Janod’s version of a beloved preschool toy. Purposeful life activities help children learn in context. From...
Taking time to connect with nature has a long-lasting impact on our health, learning and emotional well-being. Here is what...
Tantrums are hard to manage – for everyone. Here’s our checklist for what to do…in the first 5 minutes.
#1 daily challenge with children: How to get from A to Z without fighting, yelling or throwing a tantrum? Learn why...
In the heat of an emotional meltdown, it’s hard to remember what to do. So we use *SKOR* for quick recall....
Learn why it is important for your child to be able to identify their emotions, and help them build their...
We’re often asked, “How do I know if my child needs speech therapy?” First, listen to your instincts. If you...
Imagine a magical world where children are internally motivated to be kind and generous. It’s doable!
A classroom favorite for cultivating empathy, kindness, community membership and awareness of others. What’s a real superhero? Someone who helps...
By learning why young children hit – learning what is developmentally going on in their brains when they hit –...
Knowing why a child hits is the first step in handling a challenging ‘hitting’ situation. Next, how should you respond...
“The way we talk to children becomes their inner voice.” -Peggy O’Mara
Getting to know your child’s imaginary friends is a fun perk of parenting and teaching. Those characters – whether invisible,...