Are You Having Fun Yet?
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Discovering the Magic of Tonies: A Revolutionary Storytelling Experience
In a world filled with screens and digital distractions, finding ways to engage children in meaningful and imaginative play has become increasingly important. Enter Tonies – a revolutionary audio toy that combines storytelling with interactive play, captivating the hearts and minds of children and parents alike. -
Why Toys Triumph Over Candy in Easter Baskets: A Delightful Shift in Tradition
As the Easter season approaches, the age-old debate resurfaces: should Easter baskets be filled with candies or toys? While candies have long been a staple in these festive baskets, there’s a growing trend towards including toys instead. See why toys reign supreme over candy when it comes to crafting the perfect Easter surprise. -
Rainy Day Delights: The Best Toys for Indoor Adventures
Rainy days can be a bummer, especially when you're itching to head outside and enjoy some fresh air. The kids have been waiting all year for summer to start and it has arrived but the weather doesn’t want to cooperate. That means it’s on parents to come up with activities, entertainment and play dates to keep the kids busy (and the parents sane). However, just because the weather is gloomy doesn't mean the fun has to be put on hold. In fact, rainy days present a fantastic opportunity to explore a world of creativity, imagination, and indoor play. -
The Power of Non-Electronic Play
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Unleashing Your Child's Creativity and Development Regardless of Age In today's digital age, it's becoming increasingly common for children to spe... -
Unraveling the Mystery: What Determines Ages on Toys?
Toys play a significant role in a child's development, fostering creativity, imagination, and learning. When you stroll down the aisles of a toy store or browse online, you may notice age recommendations prominently displayed on the packaging. These age guidelines provide essential information to parents, caregivers, and gift-givers, helping them choose toys suitable for a child's developmental stage. But have you ever wondered what factors determine the ages on toys? In this blog post, we will delve into the intricacies of age labeling on toys and explore the considerations involved. -
The Nuts & Bolts of Independent Play for Children
Independent play refers to a child's ability to play on their own without adult guidance or direction. This type of play is essential for a child's development as it encourages imagination, creativity, and problem-solving skills. It also helps children to become self-sufficient and independent, which is a critical skill they will need throughout their lives. -
Montessori-style Toys for Small Children: Educate and Inspire Through Play
The Montessori approach to education emphasizes hands-on learning through play, and Montessori-style toys are a key tool in this method. These toys are designed to encourage children to explore, experiment, and learn in a self-directed way, and they can provide a range of benefits for young children. In this blog post, we'll explore what Montessori-style toys are, the benefits they offer, and how to choose the right toys for your child. -
Collecting Toys for Emily's Awesome Toy Drive
We are so excited to be partnering with Councilman Anthony Manetta to be collecting toys for Emily's Awesome Toy Drive. This toy drive was create... -
I Don’t Like to Play
“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?
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Holiday Gift Guide - Ages 8 and up
Kids 8 and up definitely start to lean a bit more into the electronics, video games and extreme sports. With that said - there are still tons of benefits to actual “play” whether that be through board games, outdoor activities, puzzles, books or crafts. -
Holiday Shopping Guides - 4-7 years Old
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… -
Importance Of Sensory Play
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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.
