Play Blog — emotional wellness

We love this article that was written by Play Ambassador, Heather Welch for the Genius Of Play so we thought we would share for our shopedx community.  Math is one of the best skills we can teach a child and is a universal language useful for so many aspects of life. Whether managing finances, understanding the scientific world around us, cooking or even telling the time, we use math every day from childhood into adulthood. The benefits of developing good math skills are not to be underestimated and it all starts with instilling a passion for math at an early age!...

Calling all parents that want to keep their toddlers entertained – and help them develop important skills! We’ve put together a list of toys and activities they’ll love. From puzzles to blocks, kitchens to counters, these toys are sure to keep your young children engaged for hours.  Plus, we’ve got some awesome outdoor gross motor activities that will get them moving and exploring the world around them. So, if you’re looking for the best toys to entertain toddlers, you’ve come to the right place! What to look for in toys for toddlers? When it comes to buying toys for children...

The Benefits of Sensory Play for Children with Autism Children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) face an array of challenges depending on their diagnosis, which can include difficulty communicating, interacting and learning. Sensory integration is one of the most important skills for those with autism to learn because it helps them to better understand their environment and become more aware of their emotions. We all love to play and learn – engaging children with autism in the right play can stimulate their brain, creating neural pathways and improving their sensory processing systems. It can improve many core skills such as...

Social and emotional learning (SEL) refers to the process through which children and young people develop the knowledge, attitudes and skills necessary to: understand and manage emotions set and achieve positive goals feel and show empathy for others establish and maintain positive relationships make responsible decisions