Quality Construction Toys: Bionic Blox!

bionic-blox

I’m a huge fan of quality educational toys, so I was thrilled when Bionic Blox reached out to see if Read more…

Child Designed Literacy and Math Game

child designed literacy and math game

Seven-year-old Emma invented this fun literacy game using the valentines the kids got at school. It’s very simple: Read more…

Week in Review: Babywearing, Pi, and Horseback Riding

autumn in New England

We enjoyed stunning autumn leaves in Massachusetts this week! Four-year-old Johnny especially enjoys running through them, and I love seeing them on the trees!

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Giant Pattern Block Scenes

creating giant pattern block scenes

I love pattern blocks – they are one of my all-time favorite toys! Which is saying a lot, because I tend to get as excited about toys as Read more…

Learning Laboratory: Snacktime Mathematics

Emma and Johnny practice math using oatmeal squares

I’ve noticed a new snacktime activity: number play. Emma and Johnny both love to count their Read more…


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