In a dream world where I work for billionaires this is how they spend their money - Toys that exercise imagination, encourage creativity, and allow for risk-taking.
Open-ended play and proprioceptive input for the win!!
Rainbow Set
One of my favorite toys I've ever played with
CUBORO Standard 16 - The Small Set - Wooden Marble Run
Heavy work, imaginative play, teamwork. So much to love!
The Nugget® - Bamboo
Kids should have access to music and instruments and I think this is the best one. Makes me feel like I'm at the spa.
Panda Drum® • Pro
Start them young! I like to play games with the pieces around age 3, before moving on to real chess.
French Lardy Staunton Chess Set - Ebonized & Boxwood Pieces - Walnut Classic Chess Board - 2.75" King
Dolls are so good for development.
Bitty Baby® Doll #5 with dark brown hair in Pretty Pink
Set your kids up for success. It’s way easier for people whose fine motor skills haven’t finished developing to put books back on this kind of shelf. And seeing the covers can make reading more inviting!
Montessori Bookshelf
Let your kids get messy! A dream for sensory play.
Acadia Outdoor Mud Kitchen
I like to get kids involved in the kitchen. Practical life skills.
Kid-Safe Chopper and Knife Set | Safe Cooking Tools for Kids to Build Confidence & Cutting Skills
Every toddler’s favorite toy is the baby doll stroller. Maybe there’s something sensory about it?
Konges Sloejd | Baby Doll Stroller - Cherry Blush
Blocks are one of the most important toys for young kids.
