The ‘pop’ and ‘snap’ of these beads are excellent for strengthening pincer grasps, hand control and finger precision – all important for developing strong handwriting skills. Encourage learning in context.
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Vibrant + engaging. Brilliantly made, this over-sized, fire-breathing fun is over 4.5 feet long. Puzzles are exceptional for developing problem-solving,...
Imagine a world with chalkboard walls?! Build the play structure of your dreams. Or back to basics with Crazy Forts.
A cozy cocoon for swinging and spinning – or getting into that mental “just right space”. Loved by occupational therapists...
A gem of a toy. The decorative accents build focus and fine motor skills; the recipe cards develop matching skills,...
A very grown-up dining experience; bonus points for building fine motor skills.
Improve core strength, balance and coordination. An essential in many classrooms. Equally fabulous at free play as it is for...
Spot the notches in these wooden blocks? They inspire little hands to build bigger, taller and more complex creations. Playing...
All you need for sensory discovery in one easy bin. Just add imagination! Complete with moldable sand, squishy aquabeads, calming...
Build your own supersonic vehicle – or monster! Design a toy that actually moves. Unlike any kit we’ve seen – includes...
We searched high and low for the ideal indoor bowling set – sturdy pins, weighted (but soft) ball…and this one...
Expertly designed for sport-level performance. Combines classic tradition with new-age bouncing (read: higher jumps, less squeaking). Irresistibly loved by kids....
Encourage creativity and reasonable risk with real working tools. Inspired by the Montessori way of learning and designed in France....
Sibling fighting and rivalry is normal and, in most cases, healthy. Learn how to resolve sibling conflict in 5 simple...
Learning to read is incredibly empowering for a child, but it’s also very complex. There is no quick-fix or shortcut....
Learning to write is a hallmark in a child’s education journey. It empowers them to express themselves and their talents....
As parents and teachers of young children, we encounter ‘power play’ in a variety of ways – some children like...
‘Sensory processing development’ is vital to understanding how children learn. It is deeply studied among early childhood experts, but not...
Book selection is key in helping your child learn to read. Parents of emergent and early readers are often tempted...
Your child may not want to learnt to read – *yet*. It’s completely normal and natural. Reading is hard. Reading...
Taking time to connect with nature has a long-lasting impact on our health, learning and emotional well-being. Here is what...
When all the other pieces – like grasp and strength – are in place, it may be time to practice....
Help your child to control their thoughts by making Mindful Minutes a routine. Your step-by-step guide on why, how and...
Sometimes, a child may have an efficient grasp and sufficient hand strength, but their handwriting strokes still do not produce...
If you’re looking for a didactic list, here’s a theoretical, academic sequence for teaching your child to read. Just remember...