1. Toy Spotlight: Smoothie Maker Blender Set

   June 21 is National Smoothie Day! Here's a fun way to celebrate! As parents and caregivers, of course we want our kids to grow up with healthful eating habits, and enjoy balanced diets full of fresh fruits and vegetables. One...

2. Celebrate National Dentist Day with FREE Printable Activity for Kids & More

   According to a recent study on dental anxiety, 80 percent of adults report feeling discomfort over getting dental treatments, with 20 percent saying they were “scared” and 5 percent avoiding dental care entirely. If those results are accurate, then we...

3. Our Top STEAM Toys: The Experts' Stamp of Approval

   When children play, their natural curiosity drives them to explore and dive into new experiences. Adults are often in awe of how kids can freely dismantle things and put them back together, generate new ideas, and problem-solve, all while having...

4. Toy Spotlight: Top & Bake Pizza Counter

   Pizza has become such a ubiquitous, beloved food, it might be one of the most popular dishes on the entire planet. So it stands to reason that one of Melissa & Doug’s hottest toys is a pizza-related play set: The...

5. 20 Ways to Engage With Your Child When You Don't Always Have the Time, Money, or Space

   Let's face it - working in playtime to our busy schedules can be a challenge. I want to give parents and caregivers a go-to list of concrete, screen-free play ideas. Following are 20 of my favorite ideas on how to...

6. Best Valentine’s Day Gifts for Kids

   Here are some sweet Valentine’s Day gift ideas for the children in your life, whether they are babies learning how to explore their world, or curious kids using their imaginations. Let this Valentine’s Day Gift Guide from Melissa & Doug...

7. Top 20 Preschool Classroom Supplies

   At Melissa & Doug, we are always being asked: “What supplies do I need for homeschooling?” or “As a teacher, what preschool classroom supplies do I really need to stock-up on?” So, we asked our Blog Ambassador Allison McDonald (No...

8. 6 Secret Codes for Kids

   This collection of 6 secret codes for kids is brought to us by guest editor Carrie Anne of EverythingMom.com. When we visited Colonial Williamsburg, we took on the role of spies. As members of the Rev Quest: Black Chambers, we were given a map...

9. Toy Spotlight: Super Smile Dentist Play Set

   Brush Up on Pretend Play It's National Dentist Day on March 6! Polish kids' imaginations with our Super Smile Dentist Play Set! Pretend play makes great practice for when kids face real-world situations, so if your kiddo gets anxious about...

10. How to Find the Best Puzzles For Your Preschooler & Primary Student

    Kids don’t stop benefitting from puzzle play once they reach preschool age. In fact, preschoolers and young students can benefit from puzzles just as much, if not more, than their younger counterparts.  Think of it this way: A 2- or 3-year-old may...

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