One of my favorite game buddies is Justin who turned 6 today. He loves to try a new game and can even stand to lose which is rare for a boy his age....
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Resources for Great Boy and Girl Books to Build Language
Each time I visit my local library I feel like I've hit the jackpot! My first stop is the children's library and their selection of new books. I...
More on my Search for Best Language Toys
Okay, I was sharing some highs and lows of my trip through the Javits Center at the International Toy Fair: High: Step 2 makes wonderful kitchen...
What’s new at the International Toy Fair to encourage language?
I can't begin to capture the excitement and joy I felt going up and down the isles of the Jacob Javits Center filled with the latest and greatest...
Seeking Great Language Enhancing Toys at the International Toy Fair in NYC
Wow, did I have a stimulating time at the International Toy Fair in New York City this week! I was surrounded by the energy of inventive, creative...
Check out My New Video Reviews of Toys that Enhance Language
I am excited to share my new videos of toys that enhance language. Parents always ask where I "find" these good toys that capture their child's...
Toy Review: “Funny Bunny” by Ravensburger, Great Gift
Grab your four bunnies and take off on the path to be the first to capture the carrot. Oops, it's not that easy. Take your turn, pick a card and see...
Toy Review: “Diggity Dog” by International Playthings, Inc.
Kids three years and up want a little challenge in their games—not everything left to chance! Diggity Dog is their first pick for fun. Choose your...
Toy Review: “Folding Castle Playset” by Melissa and Doug
Get past the guard, drop down the drawbridge and roll up the door of the Folding Castle Play Set and you are in for some fun. The king and queen...
Toy Review: “Treehouse Playset” by Melissa and Doug
Language enhancing toys have moving parts and opportunities to change the action and therefore the story. Kids can’t wait to enter the Tree House...
Toy Review: “Chunky Puzzles” by Melissa and Doug
What toys encourage language development? Look for toys that have flexibility—ones that can be used in many different ways. They inspire your child...
Toy Review: “Rub a Dub, Pirates of the Tub” by Alex
Rub a dub dub, who let the pirates in the tub? Your little mate will love the floating, squishable pirates who can squirt water from their mouths...
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