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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Children often ask many interesting questions. How many stars are in the sky? Why is the sky blue? Why do people have two eyes when they see only one thing? How deep is the ocean? Such thought-provoking questions show that…
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Does your child have frequent ear infections? Is there a delay in spoken language? If so ear tubes for children may be required. This article will help clarify…
Blowing bubbles is one of the simplest childhood activities, yet it’s packed with so many opportunities for learning. Blowing bubbles with kids is also such a simple activity that brings so much joy. There is so much more to bubbles…
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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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“It is easier to build strong children than to repair broken men.” – Frederick Douglass When an eagerly anticipated son or daughter finally arrives in your life, there is an undeniable feeling of being complete; complete as a family and…
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Sometimes we take for granted how colorful our world is and we may assume that children will automatically learn their colors as they grow. But the ability to recognize and name colors is a skill and an important cognitive link…
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