A truly universal gift. Bilingualism of any language (whether signed or spoken) enhances cognitive processes – like higher executive function,...
A clever take on Memory. Pair number symbols with magnitude concepts (learn to count!) using uniquely illustrated artwork from 10...
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...
The most creative mini golf set we discovered. The variety of obstacles are stellar for practicing gross motor skills and...
Part puzzle, part game – all skill-building. Clever see-through trucks with playful fun faces that develop budding imaginations, spatial planning...
A must-have staple for every dress-up bin. Bonus fun with this and this. (Fantastical storytelling not included.)
Gorgeous illustrations that pair parent animals with their babies. A must-have counting book that uses rhyming text, lift-the-flaps, peekaboo holes...
A sweet take on a classic game. The novel figurines (felt ears! felt manes!) amp things up. A great family...
Finally, a threading toy with play longevity. Kids love finagling with the clothes; caregivers love how it hones fine motor...
Always a hit in play yards + schools! From deciding what to put inside, how to lift and walk, problem-solving...
A rocket on your back? Let your imagination run wild…literally!
Easy things you can do every day to encourage your toddler to use more language. *Note – Suggestions in this article...
In the heat of an emotional meltdown, it’s hard to remember what to do. So we use *SKOR* for quick recall....
“The way we talk to children becomes their inner voice.” -Peggy O’Mara
“Empathy is when you’re able to understand and care about how someone else is feeling.” -Mark Ruffalo, Sesame Street
Power struggles and harried mornings for both parent and child are normal, and yet not a fun way to start...
A classroom favorite for cultivating empathy, kindness, community membership and awareness of others. What’s a real superhero? Someone who helps...
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...
Acknowledge and promote positive behavior….*Plinkit* with a Marble Jar! You’ll be amazed at the twinkle in your child’s eye each...
Your questions, our answers. Learn how to handle common scenarios when a child interrupts. From raising hands, to when to...
Trying to figure out what to look for in a preschool and which questions to ask when visiting schools? Learn...
Many parents are eager to teach their children basic number concepts at a young age. For a 2-year old, exposure...