Are You Having Fun Yet?

  • I Don’t Like to Play

    by Teresa Striker

    “I want my kids to have fun, but I don’t like to play.”

    This is something we hear often from the parents that are stretched too far, don’t have time, are juggling work and quarantined kids and so much more.  This puts parents and gift givers in a bit of a predicament.  What do you choose to keep a smile on your kiddos face but also maintain your sanity?

    Posted in All Ages, Independent Play, Montessori, Parenting, Sensory, Sensory Play, Toy Ideas, Toys

  • Holiday Shopping Guides - 4-7 years Old 

    by Teresa Striker
    Continuing our series on selecting the perfect holiday gift for the kids, we are headed to the 4-7 year olds.  The challenge here is really finding the right gift to match each personality as they continue to grow into the people they are becoming.  Do you have a girly-girl? An outdoor, busy body? What about a little builder or tinker-tot?  Maybe a future scientist…
    Posted in All Ages, Gift Ideas, Holiday Gift Guide, Montessori, Toy Ideas, Toys

  • Importance Of Sensory Play

    by Teresa Striker
    Sensory has become the new hot word in the parenting world, but why and what is it?  You will see parenting blogs and toy companies tout the importance of Sensory play while showing you that latest toy in the space - but what is all of the hubbub about.  
    Posted in All Ages, Functional Play, Montessori, Sensory, Sensory Play, Toys