Play & Learning

It’s never too early to introduce children to the wonders of science, tech, engineering and math. In this article, we look at what exactly STEM toys are and share our favorite picks!

Montessori Educator & Principal, Gavin McCormack, shares 8 essential life skills to teach your child.

Early Childhood expert, Anastasia Moloney lists her top 10 educational toys for babies through to bigger kids.

Getting your kids to go to bed can be a nightly chore, but these special finds help promote comfort, relaxation and a good night’s sleep.

Think back to all the fun, simple pleasures of your childhood. What are some of your best memories or experiences? For many they are the simplest things. Here is our list of things for your child (and you) to try!

Teaching gratitude to young children is a tall order, especially since they’re often self-focused, impulsive and not yet able to grasp abstract concepts. With these simple actions and activities, you can help your child establish an ongoing practice of recognizing and expressing thanks.

When I was pregnant with my first child, I had visions of us giggling at our inside jokes in my native French. Today, none of my daughters of speak it. Here’s where I went wrong…

Montessori Educator, Christina Clemer, shares five tips on how to enjoy art the Montessori way… i.e. letting go of Pinterest and embrace the mess!

With Screen-Free Week taking place from April 29 – May 5, we’ve taken a look at the negative effects of too much screen time and found twenty alternative activity sets that are fun, educational and allow children to engage with the world around them.

When children engage in open ended play, they’re encouraged to use their imaginations, creativity and problem solving skills, which is crucial for their cognitive and physical development. But what exactly is open-ended play and how can you facilitate it? In this article, we break down the ideology behind open ended play and share our favorite multi-use toys!