Storytime has always held a special place in childrens & family life. Whether it’s cuddling up at bedtime or bringing a picture book to life through imaginative play, storytelling is one of the most powerful ways we support children’s learning in the early years. Classic stories such as Elmer, The Very Hungry Caterpillar, and Winnie the Pooh have delighted generations with their warmth, humour, and gentle wisdom.

Discover how play builds early maths readiness. Heather Welch from Edx Education explains how hands-on learning with toys like the Maths 101 Kits and Number Rods supports children’s confidence and school preparation.

Discover practical strategies to help children with dyspraxia thrive at home and in the classroom. From visual checklists to scaffolded instructions, this offers science-backed tips for caregivers and teachers to support confidence, learning, and wellbeing!

At Edx Education, we believe every child deserves the opportunity to thrive through play. For children with dyspraxia a developmental coordination disorder that affects movement, coordination, and motor skills play based learning can be an incredibly supportive and empowering approach.

Summer holidays can be filled with sunshine, smiles, and let’s be honest a few cries of “I’m bored!” from children looking for something fun to do. At Edx Education, we know that play is not only joyful but essential for a child’s development. That’s why we love encouraging hands on, sensory rich experiences using versatile toys like sand and water trays.

At Edx Education, we believe that play isn’t just a way to pass the time it’s how children learn best. For children who are neurodivergent, including those with autism and ADHD, play becomes even more vital. It provides an accessible, joyful path to explore the world, develop essential skills, and feel safe and confident. That’s why we design open ended resources like our Sand & Water Trays, Multipurpose Trays, and a wide variety of sensory play tools to create supportive, stimulating environments for all children to thrive.

Starting school is a major milestone in every child’s life — and for many UK parents and caregivers, it comes...

While new teaching tools and technologies emerge, play-based learning continues to stand out as one of the most effective ways to nurture a child’s growth emotionally, socially, and intellectually.

At Edx Education, we’re passionate about creating educational toys and hands-on resources that support children as they explore, imagine, and learn. In this article, we’ll share the latest early learning trends from sensory play to STEAM integration and show how playful learning experiences are helping children build confidence, creativity, and core skills.