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Heather Welch
The Crucial Role of Outdoor Sensory Play in Child Development

The Crucial Role of Outdoor Sensory Play in Child Development

It's easy for children to become disconnected from nature and sensory experiences. However, the importance of outdoor sensory play cannot be overstated in fostering holistic development, particularly in enhancing language and communication skills.

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Heather Welch
Unlocking Mathematical Potential Through Play

Unlocking Mathematical Potential Through Play

Do you know the  transformative impact that educational toys can have on children's learning experiences. Among these toys, linking cubes, math cubes, and transparent number sets stand out as invaluable tools for making mathematics not just comprehensible but enjoyable for young minds. In this blog post, I want to emphasize the significance of learning math through play and provide parents with ten engaging activities they can do at home to make math learning a fun and interactive experience.

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Heather Welch
Embracing Play: Easter Holiday Fun with Your Little Ones

Embracing Play: Easter Holiday Fun with Your Little Ones

As we approach the Easter holidays, it's a time for families and friends to come together, indulge in delicious treats, and perhaps most importantly, engage in quality playtime with the little ones. Let’s emphasize the immense importance of play in a child's development, especially during the holiday season. Play is more than just fun and games; it's a crucial aspect of childhood that fosters creativity, imagination, and social skills. With the right toys and activities, parents can make the most out of the Easter break while ensuring their children continue to learn and grow. Here are five practical play ideas...

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Heather Welch
Unleashing Creativity and Building Bonds: Magic of Open-Ended Toys

Unleashing Creativity and Building Bonds: Magic of Open-Ended Toys

As the holiday season approaches, families are gearing up for joyous celebrations, and what better way to enhance the festivities than by incorporating open-ended toys from Edx Education into the mix? These thoughtfully designed toys, such as Math Cubes, Linking Cubes, Rainbow Pebbles, My Gears®, and Geostix®, go beyond mere play—they become tools for unlocking a child's imagination and fostering creativity. In this blog, we'll explore the myriad benefits of integrating these toys into your holiday celebrations, emphasizing how they can be catalysts for creativity while strengthening the bonds between children, family, and friends. Fueling Imagination with Math Cubes and...

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