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Toys are an important aspect of a kid’s life. Not only do toys trigger creativity but they also play a key role in a child’s development. However, purchasing the right toy for your child is key. Remember, the market has a myriad of toys. Each of these toys is explicitly designed for different ages. To help you choose the right type of toy for your kid, here are a few guidelines. In this guide, you will learn about different toys for kids based on age. Keep reading.NewbornsIs your kid under the age of 1? Well, there are numerous toys that...

By Susan Ehrhardt Do you have concerns about sending your child to preschool in the Fall?  Will your child’s preschool even open this year?  What changes will need to be made due to the pandemic?  There is one thing for sure–the preschool classroom will certainly look different. Will children be permitted to play with each other or will social distance be encouraged?  Will the new emphasis be on health, hygiene, and sanitation of equipment?  Will the teachers and the preschoolers be required to wear masks?  With all the new guidelines, can the primary goal continue to be children “LEARNING THROUGH...

Disclaimer: I received a FREE copy of this product through the HOMESCHOOL REVIEW CREW in exchange for my honest review. I was not required to write a positive review nor was I compensated in any other way. Anyone who knows us knows that our educational style is not based on textbooks, but rather literature and hands-on learning. Even though we don't focus on a lot of workbook pages, I love whenever we get a full 1-year membership with unlimited downloads/access to review Super Teacher Worksheets.Why is that? Because they offer many options that keep my kiddos engaged and interested while covering...

Also: A social media platform size guide, Disney cuts ‘Fox’ from its television studios in rebrand, your most hated jargon, and more. Hello, communicators: OKCupid’s global communications manager, Michael Kaye, recently tweeted a quip to which many PR pros can relate: Reporters: PR people: https://t.co/bOnzkflTvT — Michael Kaye (@MichaelKayePR) August 12, 2020 Here are today’s top stories: Fisher-Price launches WFH toys Mattel’s infant and preschool brand, Fisher-Price, unveiled a new product line of role-play toys inspired by remote working during COVID-19. “My Home Office Set” includes a laptop with fabric “apps,” headset, coffee cup and smartphone. Could you say your...

Make a homemade abacus with your child or students using just a few basic materials – in fact, we are sharing two different homemade abacus designs – a simple system that is great for young learners and a slightly more complicated abacus based on a Japanese soroban abacus that helps older students who are already familiar with the concept of place value. Whichever you choose to make, your children can enjoy using their abacus some hands-on practice with number concepts and computations! How to Make a Homemade Abacus Why Make an Abacus? Abacuses have been used for centuries to perform...