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Busy Board: Expansion is here!
In this latest Busy Board update, we’ve added tons of tinker-worthy items for kids to discover and experiment with. With lots of hidden functions and surprises, this tactile, sensory-friendly toy offers something new to learn at every turn. We are also introducing items that bring brand new STEM concepts like magnetism, electricity and gravity into […]
September 30, 2021 • 3 min read
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How Forest Supports Creative Development Through Exploratory Play
By: Alexandra Heard Forest is fundamentally a toy of exploration. Kids open the toy to find a bustling (but not overly busy) forest that’s full of life — there are creatures, critters, trees, flowers and funghi. In this toy, kids will explore a forest floor while experimenting with the flora and fauna around them, learning about […]
September 7, 2021 • 5 min read
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Forest — A New Toy Arrives in Pok Pok Playroom
While there’s no replacement for the fun and freedom that playing outside and being in nature brings (something we recommend kids get to do as often as possible), sometimes it’s just not an option. For those moments, we created Forest. In Forest, kids will navigate through the woods while discovering creatures, critters and surprises as they […]
September 2, 2021 • 3 min read
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How does free play support brain development?
By: Dr. Cindy Hovington, PhD Play has evolved over the years, and whether we like it or not, it will continue to evolve as technology is further integrated into young children’s lives. When children are younger than two years of age, they are still too young to effectively learn using screen time or digital play […]
August 20, 2021 • 6 min read