This post includes my absolute favorite engineering toys for kids! Enjoy! Why Teach Kids Engineering? Any time we can get a child to think proactively with problem-solving in a concrete or abstract way is win for their brain development. Starting early in a child’s development is key. As a parent & teacher, getting a good […]
The Best & Relatively Inexpensive Montessori Toys for 1 Year Olds
Montessori is a lifestyle that begins before a child is even born. A family can set up a Montessori home early and start living the Montessori ideals easily and organically. Montessori toys for a one-year-old are a real thing, alive & well. This post includes the best toys for 1-year-old boys and girls. Best Toys […]
Magnetism For Kids – Toys, Activities, Resources, & More
In recent years, magnetic toys for kids have increased in popularity. One of my most popular posts is how to build a simple magnetic car with kids! Talk about fun science with kids! Why is this such a popular genre and what is this craze all about? Read on to learn more about the science […]
Discover the Best Montessori Infant Toys
I like to update my Montessori toy and Montessori materials posts every year or so. It has been a while since I focused on Montessori infants! So, here we are…the latest and the great Montessori Infant Toys. A beautiful aspect of Montessori is the application to life and not simply to education in the classroom […]
100s of the Best Montessori Activities & Toys for All Ages
Montessori activities don’t have to be expensive or require a lot of your time. Additionally, Montessori activities have the opportunity to span a wide age range. There are many Montessori inspired exercises that can be easily applied to the home learning environment and a preschool learning environment. This page will include Montessori activities from birth […]
Montessori Toys: A Gift Guide for Elementary
As you know from my Montessori Stocking Stuffers for Early Childhood post published recently, I love stockings! So, I’ll say it again with this post – created by popular demand – Montessori Gift Ideas for Elementary. You ask, I deliver. I know, I know. The holidays are about the warmth that comes with family and friends. I live […]