Early intro to core executive functions – logic, problem-solving and planning.
Great for small hands and for developing spatial visualization.
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Design, build, imagine. Just how we like it. For the nature-enthusiast or the dramatist. Endless options.
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(Beautiful) bingo with a twist. Bonus fun – it’s multilingual! And for those times you can’t stop having fun with...
Strategy + socialization + fine motor skills. Great for developing pre-writing and pre-math skills.
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A perennial classroom favorite. The simplicity of the blocks maximizes open-ended creativity. Excellent for improving concentration and staying focused –...
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