Ahoy Matey! Wooden Pirate Ship Fun!

Another great toy by Plan Toys, the wooden Pirate Ship is made of natural rubber wood and comes with a multitude of accessories. Offered by Magic Cabin, the Pirate Ship is made in Thailand and comes with: A wooden pirate figure Four crew members Two ladders Two … [Read more...]

Iraq War Jeopardizing Children's Mental Health

Imagine losing your only brother to a shooting incident, and then having your parents fear for your safety so much that you are not allowed to leave your home. This is what is happening in Iraq to children and their families. Children are being raised in a climate of fear and … [Read more...]

Daily Tip: Use a Laptop to Save Energy

If you are in the market for a new computer, an Energy Star-rated laptop is the most energy efficient choice. A laptop uses at least a fifth of the energy of a desktop computer. In addition, the smaller size of laptops means less packaging and more versability for your … [Read more...]

A Cooperative Game for Young Children: Snail's Pace Race

Snail's Pace Racewas first recommended to me by a fellow preschool teacher. This cooperative game allows very young children to work together moving snails across the board. Two colored die are rolled, and depending on the color showing, the appropriate snail is moved. Snail's … [Read more...]

Green Family Values: Recall, Recall, Recall

Dangerous toy recalls have predominated the news lately. From magnets that can cause severe intestinal damage or death if swallowed to lead-based paints, mass marketed children's toys made in China are not fit for our youngest population or the workers who make them. The most … [Read more...]