Last week, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the Spielwarenmesse Toy Fair 2024 in Nuremberg, Germany, for the second time. This annual event is a paradise for toy enthusiasts and industry professionals alike, and my experience this year was nothing short of amazing. Although I spent most of my time working at the Connetix […]
Do you know what Stapelstein are? Until a year ago, I had never seen them, but for the past year, they have been popping up on my Instagram feed and everywhere open-ended toy-related online. Their vibrant colors and intriguing designs piqued my curiosity, sparking my interest in a world where simplicity meets boundless potential. I
Do you ever wonder what else you can do with your Grimms Large Stepped Pyramid? Looking for ideas for how to use it at home? Or asking yourself if it should be added to your playroom? I must confess that we love it and we play a lot with it at home! For this reason,
CUBORO marble runs have captivated people of all ages for decades with their intricate designs, endless possibilities, and satisfying marble rolling sounds. Whether you’re a child or even an adult, there’s something undeniably fascinating about watching a tiny marble wind its way through a maze of blocks, ramps, and channels. We’ve had CUBORO in our
Rainbows are beautiful in the sky, but have you ever seen a rainbow toy? Grimm’s rainbows are a popular toy among parents and educators alike due to their versatility and ability to inspire creativity. But did you know that there are different types of Grimms rainbows? We love the Grimm’s rainbows at home. It has
Waldorf toys have been gaining popularity among parents and educators in recent years. Rooted in the Waldorf education system, these toys are designed to encourage creativity, imagination, and open-ended play. The emphasis on natural materials, simple designs, and sustainability has made them a favorite among families seeking to incorporate eco-friendly and educational toys into their
Play is essential for children’s development, and having suitable toys can help foster creativity, imagination, and exploration. Playsilks are a type of toy that has recently gained popularity for their versatility and open-ended nature. At home, we have Sarah’s Silks Playsilks, and we love them. I want to share with you why we love our
When it comes to choosing toys for our children, there are endless options available in the market. However, what I love most about open-ended toys is that they are an invitation to creativity. Unlike toys with a specific purpose or outcome, open-ended toys allow children to use their imagination and explore endless possibilities. The less
Does your little one love Spiderman? Mine does 😉 So we got him the Lego Duplo Spiderman Headquarters Set and he’s explored the fantastic world of superheroes with it! Your child can experience all the excitement of creating adventures and a superhero story with Spiderman and his friends. We’ve had this set for over a
Magnetic tiles are one of the best toys your children could have. At home, we love them. My children play with them daily. They are fabulous for many reasons, but I especially love them because my kids, a girl and a boy aged three years apart, enjoy playing together with them. And when friends come
I don’t know about you, but I love it when my children play or spend time together. Unfortunately, it doesn’t happen very often, so when it does, I know those are some of the most magical moments I’ll treasure forever. I love it when I find toys and resources that they both enjoy equally because
Your little girl deserves something special, but are you still trying to figure out what to get her? I hope you find what you are looking for here. My daughter will be turning seven this week. Another year has gone by in a flash! And I thought that, now that I still have her sixth
Playing with water can be so enriching for kids. I know the mess and spills can be scary. But, given the right environment and engaging water toys, it can be an enlightening, entertaining, and fun activity for all. I wasn’t into it right away. My children only played with water during bath time or at
My son is turning four this week. What a year it has been! And I thought that, now that I still have his third year very present, I would put together a list of everything he has enjoyed the most as a three-year-old. It might be helpful for those researching ideas for gifts for a
School is officially over, and the summer season begins! Will you and the children be spending a lot of time outdoors? Do you want to find things to keep them engaged and entertained outside? Do you have a summer birthday and need ideas of what to gift? I’ve compiled a list of the ten best
Have you ever made animal figures with a Grimm’s Rainbow? We love it! The Grimms Rainbow large version is just so versatile, and you can do so much with it! You can create fish, insects, mammals, and reptiles; you name it! I’ve put together this post with ideas of animals you can make with the
Do you like open-ended toys? Do your children love to make up their games? Then the Bilibo Game box is for you. We loved our Bilibo minis set for years, and I have somehow misplaced them (we played a lot and took them everywhere). I knew I had to replace them, but then I saw
There’s something extraordinary about peg dolls – they can become whoever you want them to be. Our first peg dolls were the 12 Friends from Grimm’s, and my son loved them. But after a while, my children did not play with them as much, and I thought we had to spruce them up a bit
Easter is here, and with it, there are many ideas or things to do with the little ones. I rounded up our favorite activities to do during this festive season. So if you are looking for easy and fun Easter activities for toddlers that older children can also enjoy, I hope you’ll enjoy our suggestions.
