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Reggio-Inspired Toys for Open-Ended Learning
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items As an educator who has always been inspired by the Reggio Emilia approach. I wanted to share a list of my favourite items that I use to create an inspiring learning environment. This list is perfect for parents, early childhood educators, kindergarte...
Most importantly, this is rechargeable! I love that I can set this light pad up anywhere in the classroom without worrying if there is a plug near by. It comes in many different sizes as well!
Rechargeable Light Pad, Large LED Light Board
Imagine exploring nature up close and personal - Projectors like this will display your images on the wall for a immersive sensory learning experience!
Mini Projector with Screen, 50% Zoom, Portable
This is our favourite hand held microscope. Perfect for outdoor exploration!
4K Handheld Digital Microscope for Kids
As seen in my previous photo with the light pad! The children love building with these on top of the light pad. They also love to sort the colours. It also provides a great opportunity to talk about shapes.
60 PCS 3D Geometric Shapes for Kids
I use these on my rechargeable light pad! When the light shines through these it creates a really exciting sensory experience.
Transparent Letters & Numbers Set, 66 Pcs
Replace your dry erase boards with a light up LED dry erase board! With many colour options, their designs glow and keep the children engaged!
LED Acrylic Dry Erase Board with Light
Very durable! I love seeing what the children capture with this camera. It always surprises me the little details they notice that adults often miss.
Kids Digital Camera & Video Camcorder K Zippy
I love to bring nature indoors to research with the preschoolers. This digital tool is something we use daily. The children beam with pride when they realize we are going to trust them to use the microscope.
Kids Digital Microscope 500X 1080P Rechargeable
Children play with these for hours! A classroom staple for us. I recommend getting a big set with lots of pieces. The children get so creative with their designs and will make creations that are taller then them! Since they are such a huge hit we als...
Magnetic Tiles 136 PCS Building Blocks Set
For the busy bodies in the classroom! We love some risky play in our preschool room.
Wooden Kids Balance Board, 35 Inch Wobble
If the magnet tiles are a huge hit then these will be too! They reminded the kids of Minecraft!
PicassoTiles 102-Piece Magnetic Building Blocks
Not just a regular stuffy! It plays authentic blue jay sounds. Great for educators or parents who are into nature based learning.
Blue Jay Plush with Bird Sound, Stuffed Toy
This cardinal is a must have! We have gotten so familiar with bird sounds, when we go for walks the children point out what bird they hear.
Northern Cardinal Plush with Bird Sound
When possible we choose natural! These are our favourite blocks that are as close to real life as possible!
XL Tree Blocks 22pc
These look GORGEOUS on a light table. What better way to discover nature?
Nature building blocks/ resin blocks/ open ended play/ loose parts/ waldorf and reggio inspired sets/ gift for kids
Ultimate set of wooden loose parts! Add them to dramatic play, children's imaginations will surprise you!
84 PCS Colourful Wooden Loose Parts, Large Set, Rainbow Color, Grapat Style, Wooden Loose Parts, Sensory Play Toys
Preschoolers are capable of learning real life skills like preparing food. When our garden starts to flourish we pick ingredients from the garden and make our own salads, smoothies or pasta sauce etc.
Toddler Kitchen Tools & Cooking Set (28 PCS)
Every spring we plant a garden, first we start the seeds inside, then we plant them in our garden outdoors!
20 pcs Giant Sunflower Seeds for Garden
Adding a rope light to a provocation adds an element of wonder and curiosity!
32.8ft LED Rope Lights with Remote APP Control
I believe that there is no such thing as bad weather only bad clothing choices! We wear these muddy buddys outside on rainy days to explore puddles!
Tuffo Muddy Buddy Overalls