Beloved by teachers. One of those fun games where the learning is stealthily embedded: strategy + pre-reading skills. Each card...

Pow! Inspire oral language development and storytelling, both key to literacy development. A great self-directed activity with multiple learning outcomes....

Imagination + fine motor skills + history; so rare! Unlock your child’s imagination.

Imaginative story disks that put a magical spin on the skill of storytelling. Re-telling and storytelling are important for reading...

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

Part puzzle, part phonics…all fun. Bonus points for developing fine motor skills.

Award-winning classic; or the simpler version here. Captivating way of strengthening the pincer grasp.

Learn why it is important for your child to be able to identify their emotions, and help them build their...

We teachers have the good fortune of learning and playing with a wide range of children in class and are...

If you’re looking for a didactic list, here’s a theoretical, academic sequence for teaching your child to read. Just remember...

A simple tip sheet for how to praise your child. Something more than “Good job” or just commenting on process and...

Language and scripts parents can use in their back-to-school conversations with children during this Covid-19 pandemic. Plus, answers to common...

At around age 4, you may see all sorts of dramatic language changes – talking back, harsh tones of voice,...

Learning to read is incredibly empowering for a child, but it’s also very complex. There is no quick-fix or shortcut....

We may have grand intentions when it comes to involving our kids in chores. But how do you know which...

Let’s double-down on how to translate *growth mindset* into something tangible with your child. We’re focusing on how to teach...

Brain differences make it hard for a child to control their behavior. Understanding your child’s impulsive behaviors can help you...

Encouraging your child to listen can sometimes be very hard (even when you have our trusty checklist of things to...

Research-approved. Reframe how you think about ‘practice’.