Improving Children's Language and Communication Through Storytelling and Open-Ended Play
Improving Children's Language and Communication Through Storytelling and Open-Ended Play

Language and communication skills are at the heart of early childhood development. The ability to express thoughts, share ideas, and understand others is essential for building confidence, friendships, and a love for learning. With World Book Day this week it is so important to look at storytelling. 

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The Importance of Play in Teaching Geometry and Shapes to Young Children
The Importance of Play in Teaching Geometry and Shapes to Young Children

When we think about geometry, we often picture complex formulas and rigid shapes, but for young children, geometry is all...

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The Importance of Play in Early Years Education: Trends and Insights
The Importance of Play in Early Years Education: Trends and Insights

The landscape of early years education is evolving. Across the UK, caregivers, teachers, and Special Educational Needs Coordinators (SENCOs) are...

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Family Time and Calm Play: Building Bonds and Resilience During the Holiday Season
Family Time and Calm Play: Building Bonds and Resilience During the Holiday Season
At Edx Education, we believe the holidays are a prime opportunity to embrace play-based learning, encouraging children to develop vital skills like resilience, persistence, and critical thinking all while strengthening family bonds.
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World Philosophy Day: Encouraging Critical Thinking & Inquiry in Young Minds
World Philosophy Day: Encouraging Critical Thinking & Inquiry in Young Minds

World Philosophy Day approaches, celebrated on the third Thursday of November, (21st) it’s a great reminder for parents and caregivers to cultivate a curious and questioning mindset in children. While philosophy might sound complex for little ones, fostering critical thinking, inquiry, and exploration is highly achievable—and deeply valuable—even in early childhood. Using Edx Education’s play-based learning toys, such as Rainbow Pebbles®, My Gears®, construction sets, and other STEAM products, you can inspire children to think independently, ask questions, and become resilient problem-solvers.

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Think Outside the Toy Box: Unlocking Convergent, Divergent, and Lateral Thinking with Edx Education
Think Outside the Toy Box: Unlocking Convergent, Divergent, and Lateral Thinking with Edx Education
At Edx Education, we champion a play-based learning philosophy that encourages children to explore, experiment, and learn through play. By introducing toys that foster various types of thinking—convergent, divergent, and lateral—we can help our little ones become resilient, adaptable thinkers who approach challenges with curiosity and confidence.
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Supporting Children with ADD, ADHD, and Neurodiverse Needs
Supporting Children with ADD, ADHD, and Neurodiverse Needs
Children learn best through play. This is especially true for neurodiverse children, including those with Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), or other neurodivergent conditions. For these children, structured and unstructured play can help foster key developmental..
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Importance of Play in Helping Children with Maths, Numbers, Letters, Reading, and More
Importance of Play in Helping Children with Maths, Numbers, Letters, Reading, and More
The best opportunities for our children to learn and grow, particularly during those crucial early years. Between the ages of 0-6, children are in a unique stage of development where they are absorbing everything around them. It’s during this time that introducing essential skills, like maths, numbers, letters, and reading, can lay the foundation for lifelong learning. But how do we do that in a way that keeps them engaged, happy, and inspired? The answer lies in play-based learning.
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