Why is it important? Social and emotional learning (SEL) refers to the process through which children and young people develop the knowledge, attitudes and skills necessary to: understand and manage emotions set and achieve positive goals feel and show empathy for others establish and maintain positive relationships make responsible decisions The importance of SEL cannot […]
Calling all parents that want to keep their toddlers entertained – and help them develop important skills! We’ve put together a list of toys and activities they’ll love. From puzzles to blocks, kitchens to counters, these toys are sure to keep your young children engaged for hours. Plus, we’ve got some awesome outdoor gross motor […]
Learning the alphabet is a major milestone in the life of a child. When children learn the alphabet and start to read, it sets them up for success with other subjects, such as math and science. Learning letter sounds is not something that has to follow mastering sight word recognition, it can be done simultaneously. […]
Every year, thousands of counterfeit toys are seized at external borders because they infringe intellectual property rights, safety and health requirements. Of the fake products that get through, many people think that they are genuine, when they are actually not. Some of them have the wrong price, others have the wrong logos and some even […]
In this day and age, more than ever before, it is important to encourage children to be creative and imaginative. Technology has advanced so much that it is all too easy for children to be glued to their phones or spend every waking moment playing on a tablet or computer. The good news is that […]
Helping children who have experienced early adversity through play ‘To “play it out” is the most natural self-healing method childhood affords’ (Erikson, 1965). Although it’s not always easy to find the time to play with your children as much as you would like to, you will know quite how central play is for them (and […]
Social and emotional learning
/in Play Blog, Teacher / Parent /by edxseoWhy is it important? Social and emotional learning (SEL) refers to the process through which children and young people develop the knowledge, attitudes and skills necessary to: understand and manage emotions set and achieve positive goals feel and show empathy for others establish and maintain positive relationships make responsible decisions The importance of SEL cannot […]
Best toys to entertain toddlers
/in Play Blog, Teacher / Parent /by edxseoCalling all parents that want to keep their toddlers entertained – and help them develop important skills! We’ve put together a list of toys and activities they’ll love. From puzzles to blocks, kitchens to counters, these toys are sure to keep your young children engaged for hours. Plus, we’ve got some awesome outdoor gross motor […]
Learning letters and sound activities
/in Play Blog, Teacher / Parent /by edxseoLearning the alphabet is a major milestone in the life of a child. When children learn the alphabet and start to read, it sets them up for success with other subjects, such as math and science. Learning letter sounds is not something that has to follow mastering sight word recognition, it can be done simultaneously. […]
Counterfeit Toys
/in Play Blog, Teacher / Parent /by edxseoEvery year, thousands of counterfeit toys are seized at external borders because they infringe intellectual property rights, safety and health requirements. Of the fake products that get through, many people think that they are genuine, when they are actually not. Some of them have the wrong price, others have the wrong logos and some even […]
Toys To Inspire Imagination
/in Play Blog, Teacher / Parent /by edxseoIn this day and age, more than ever before, it is important to encourage children to be creative and imaginative. Technology has advanced so much that it is all too easy for children to be glued to their phones or spend every waking moment playing on a tablet or computer. The good news is that […]
Early Adversity
/in Distributor, Play Blog, Teacher / Parent /by edxseoHelping children who have experienced early adversity through play ‘To “play it out” is the most natural self-healing method childhood affords’ (Erikson, 1965). Although it’s not always easy to find the time to play with your children as much as you would like to, you will know quite how central play is for them (and […]