Posts tagged "Kids"

Educational Toys – A Perfect Gift

Educational toys don’t have to be boring!  There are many exciting, fun toys that can provide hours of entertainment as well as reinforce important concepts and skills for children.  Sometimes when the word “educational” is connected with “toys”  teachers and parents tend to assume that kids may not enjoy them as much as the popular and trendy toys.  I was recently at a birthday party talking with several other teachers who have little kids of their own.  We all started discussing the benefits of getting toys that support learning when choosing gifts for our own kids as well as other kids.

Many times parents are very appreciative when their child gets a new educational toy.  Often parents would like to get a game or toy that teaches kids as they play, but they might not know what toy to purchase, or where to buy it.  As a parent and an educator, I really try to select toys that are age and grade appropriate.  With an increase in educational toys, many manufacturers are making it easier than ever before  for anyone to select great toys.

Here are some important things to remember if you are trying to pick out an educational toy as a gift.

• Find the designated age or grade that the toy is developed for.  This will ensure that the toy is age appropriate.
• If you know the child well, think of his interests and find a gift that will provide fun learning opportunities.
• Think about some of your favorite educational toys from when you were a child.  Many of these toys are still on the market and can make wonderful gifts.
• When in doubt, ask the child’s parents, they know what  skills and concepts she may be learning and may already have some fun educational toys on their wish list.

There are many wonderful resources for finding educational toys.  Be sure to visit www.K12schoolsupplies.net and check out the great selection of toys.

School Supplies for Vacation Bible School

School supplies are in high demand all throughout the year.  Just last week my daughter had a wonderful opportunity to participate in a vacation bible school at a nearby church.  The kids did not have to bring any of their own school supplies, since the program had collected a variety of educational supplies for the kids to use for fun activities and crafts.  The church was transformed into Space complete with a Space station, stars, planets, and a galactic hallway made realistic with black lights.  My daughter was amazed at the realistic props and had a blast as she discovered space with her friends.