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Wondering where to start with an open ended toy collection when your baby is young but also want the pieces to grow with them? Here I’ve written a list of the products we recommend starting with. Month by month I’ve popped a toy suggestion along with some suggestions of what you could do with them as they grow. Also see our blog Open Ended Toys for Babies through to Big Kids. Newborn - Two Little Ducklings High Contrast Flash Cards Flashcards are incredibly versatile for a child's learning! ⁠ ⁠High contrast flash cards are popular as a first set ⁠for newborn...

In this blog you'll read (or watch) all about what open ended toys are, how they can be used, why you should invest in them and also some of our favourites for babies that can be used all the way through to big kids (and beyond). Even you will enjoy playing with these! Watch the video or keep scrolling to read below. We have been using open ended toys in our home since my children were babies - they are currently 7 & 5 and still love and use these same resources! What is open ended play? Open ended play is play...

Reusable silicone drawing mats are perfect for an easy activity on the go or at home! We now stock two brands, Hey Doodle and Scribble Mat for a wider range of designs to suit all families so below we have listed the main differences between them in case you're finding it hard to decide.   Regular Mats - The regular size mats of both Scribble Mat and Hey Doodle are very similar in size. - Scribble Mat comes in a felt pouch with 4 pens. - Hey Doodle comes in a plastic, zip lock pouch with 9 pens. - Scribble...

As a busy Mum with a curious little one, you're likely always looking for ways to keep your little one engaged, entertained, and learning! I remember the days when Benji was younger, and I was lookingfor activities that were engaging and fun for him but also for me. Because- honestly, my patience to build garages or be a superhero is limited. My answer to the quest was STEAM activities! STEAM stands for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math. This multidisciplinary framework encourages children to explore, create, and learnthrough hands-on experiences. This exciting blend of subjects fuels their intellectual curiosity and...