A kids pretend market or grocery store is a wonderful way to encourage pretend play, creativity and imagination. Your child will be learning many new skills without even realizing it! You could set out to explicitly teach your child things…
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Preschool (and toddler) learning puzzles were one of my “go to” toys when I was practicing as a Speech-Language Pathologist. My children also had quite the collection of beginner puzzles. This article will review some different types of toddler and…
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Since there are so many types of blocks available I have narrowed this article down to the 10 Best Wooden Block sets for kids. Blocks are great toys for open ended learning. A child can play for hours with blocks and the outcome…
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Pretty much anything that can go into water can also double as bath toys toddlers will love. For most toddlers, bath time is an enjoyable event; however for some, being in the bath can be quite traumatic. If your child is not a fan…
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Play Kitchens For Kids will always be my #1 recommended toy for speech and language development! But the learning doesn’t stop there. They are also fantastic for facilitating other skills such as problem solving, social skills and fine and gross…
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In our modern plugged in digital age, the idea of wooden toys seems foreign, nostalgic even. However, as the average age a child receives their first cell phone is now 10.3 years old and as access to the internet for…
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Keeping kids safe in the kitchen is a priority for every parent! Unfortunately, a chair isn’t always the safest item to use. Luckily we discovered The Learning Tower when our kids were quite young (18 months and 3.5). In this…
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There are an abundance of toys that can be used outside. However, I want to show you the best outdoor toys for kids that will lead to learning through natural, unstructured play. These toys are excellent for boosting your child’s…
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