3 of the Biggest Benefits of Flexible Seating
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 11 Jul 2024
Flexible seating has been trending for quite a while now, it has been seen at schools, offices, and even at home, but what exactly are the benefits of these trending seating options?1. ChoiceOne of th…
Classroom Updates for Teachers
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 4 Jun 2024
Simple updates and upgrades can take your classroom to the next level for you and your students. Infant & Toddler Classroom Updates In this early stage of childhood, students become very aware of…
7 Taste-Safe Sensory Ideas for Toddlers
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 29 May 2024
Sensory play is a simple and easy way to engage your child in a fun learning activity. More and more sensory materials are popping up on shelves across stores and online, but it is just as easy and mo…
5 Family Friendly Snacks to make with your Toddlers
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 29 May 2024
Did you know that when a child is involved in the preparation of their food, they are more likely to try it? Not only will this help your picky eater eat more things, but it will help you get more thi…
Gifts for Toddlers under $100
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 8 Nov 2023
Simplay3 has a large selection of American made, high quality toys, under $100, and ready to be under your tree this holiday season! 1. Rock Around Wobble Disk $49.99 Available in lime green…
Toddler Gifts that Encourage Time Together
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 8 Nov 2023
Get the entire family together with these gifts from Simplay3. 1. Rock & Roll Teeter TotterSiblings play all day together on this no assembly required seesaw. Also available in blue! 2.&…
Gifts For Toddlers that You'll Love Too
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 8 Nov 2023
Get inspired this holiday season with a list of products that your toddler love, and you will too! 1. Toddler Tower Adjustable Stool A safer way to climb up and help with dinner. 2.&nbs…
Toddler Proof Gifts for this Holiday Season
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 8 Nov 2023
This holiday season find toys that will last a lifetime - or at least withstand a rambunctious toddler! 1. Rock Around Wobble DiskRock, spin, climb, or jump off the Rock Around Wob…
Gift Ideas for the Active Toddler
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 8 Nov 2023
Have rambunctious littles on your hands? Check out these gift options to keep them entertained for hours. 1. Young Explorers Indoor/Outdoor Adventure ClimberClimb, slide and crawl all over t…
Tom Murdough and Simplay3 is Headed to the North American International Toy Fair
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 26 Sep 2023
Simplay3 aims to bring more joy to life through simple play. We say less screen time and more green time! With guidance from Toy Industry Hall of Fame’s own Tom Murdough, the team is built on the impo…
Smart Spaces for Your Toddler
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 10 Aug 2023
Time for Recess at Home!Ever dream of creating a playground in your backyard? Building it is easier than you may think. With the Young Explorers line at Simplay3, you can customize your setup with 12…
Akron Society of Plastic Engineers Plastics Hall of Honor 2023 Award Recipient: Tom Murdough
Posted by Simplay3 on 28 Jun 2023
Akron Society of Plastic Engineers PLASTICS HALL OF HONOR's
2023 Inductee is Thomas G. Murdough Jr. This award Recognizes unsung heroes whose
quiet service, support and accomplishments have contr…
Simplay3's Summer Summary
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 1 Jun 2023
Here at Simplay3, we have you ready to take on the summer with FOUR new toys to spice up your backyard fun! Let’s take a look!Sunny Day Picnic Playhouse Spark and fuel your little one's imagination wi…
5 Kid-Approved Surprises to Hide in Easter Eggs (FREE PRINTABLES)
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 31 Mar 2023
It is the Easter season, which means the shelves are stocked with limited edition pastel colored candies and chocolates in stores. Instead of going candy crazy, why not spring for some non-t…
3 Easy & Inexpensive Candy-Free Valentine’s Day Card DIYs (PLUS FREE PRINTABLES)
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 8 Feb 2023
It’s that time of year when you break out the scissors, glitter, and candy hearts. But this year the note in your child’s backpack says his or her class is doing a candy-free holiday party. These are…
7 Ways to Reuse Cardboard Boxes
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 22 Dec 2022
With the holiday season coming to an end, you might be overloading the recycling bin with all the boxes the fun, new toys came in. Reduce your waste by recycling and reusing them in creative ways! Bel…
3 Easy Fingerprint Christmas Crafts
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 16 Dec 2022
It's the season of giving! Get your little ones in on the fun by helping them create memorable homemade gifts that capture a moment in time for loved ones.1. Fingerprint Christmas Tree Supplies:W…
Simplay3's Tom Murdough is a Toy Industry Legend. He's Always Kept it Made in America - Alliance for American Manufacturing
Posted by Alliance for American Manufacturing on 18 Nov 2022
https://www.americanmanufacturing.org/blog/simplay3s-tom-murdough-is-a-toy-industry-legend-hes-always-kept-it-made-in-america/…
7 Delicious Homemade Soups for Fall
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 14 Oct 2022
That moment the clock struck on the Fall Equinox the air suddenly grew thinner and the wind started rustling through the leaves. And in the air is a delicious scent. A scent that captures the feeling…
Turn your Summer Water Table into a Fall Sensory Bin
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 16 Sep 2022
As summer comes to a close, you are probably storing away all the fun outdoor water tables from summer. But, not so fast! Give those water tables new life by turning them into fun sensory tables and b…
Teachers Recommend: Books to Read to your Toddler
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 8 Sep 2022
For International Literacy Day, we asked some elementary school teachers what book they love to read and would recommend to parents. Here are their answers: 1. Caps for Sale by Esphyr Slobod…
Make it home - Community Give Back
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 19 Jul 2022
Finally, you are feeling pretty settled in your new place. Now is the time to get connected with your new community. Now, there are many different ways to do this. There are town meetings to attend or…
Make It Home - Time for A Housewarming!
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 19 Jul 2022
It’s party time! There is no better way to break in a new home than a celebration. It can be a housewarming party or a small get-together - you decide. But before friends and family head over, look ar…
Make It Home - First Year Garden
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 19 Jul 2022
With a place to call your own, you can finally grow your own vegetables. Being a new gardener may seem intimidating, but the scariest part is starting. Check out just how easy it can be to start your…
Make It Home series - From House to Curb - Mailboxes for All House Styles
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 19 Jul 2022
Congrats on your new home! Now that you’ve lugged all your stuff inside, it's time to make this house a home - your home.One of the smallest yet most exciting aspects of a new house is getting mail to…
The BEST water play activities for the summer
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 14 Jul 2022
Has it hit 100 degrees where you’re at yet? It sure feels like it here! With the heat, you may have the urge to keep the kids inside, even though they are begging to go out. Stay cool this summer with…
7 Toddler Travel Tips
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 20 Jun 2022
It's summertime and that means vacations! And if you have a toddler you might be dreading that long drive to the beach yet yearning for that sand in between your toes and sun on your skin. With these…
5 Reasons to invest in a climber this summer
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 8 Jun 2022
Climbers - not only fun but educational and developmentally important. There is a reason, well reasons, most daycares and preschools have them in their “motor room” or playground.1. Inspires i…
5 Sensory sandbox learning opportunities
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 22 May 2022
Take your sandbox to new depths by sprinkling in these creative yet simple sensory learning experiences.
Kids have been playing in sand for years, even centuries. And I think we can all agree the…
Get Crafty: DIY Utility Garden Seat Cover
20 May 2022
The Simplay3 Rock & Reach Garden Seat offers versatile seating for tasks in the garden, garage or home with 360 degree tilting to relieve tension in your neck, back and knees. This little DIY util…
How to take your water table to a whole new level
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 12 May 2022
Water play is an essential part of childhood, whether that be swimming pools, splash pads, bathtubs, sinks or buckets. Not only is it fun, it can be used to develop important skills and lessons for yo…
No Time To Rest Tom Murdough
Posted by Plastics News on 9 May 2022
For those people who find retirement is overrated, our sister paper Crain's Cleveland Business is honoring eight business leaders in their 80s, including Tom Murdough, who opened his third rotomolding…
Hudson business and community leader Tom Murdough honored
Posted by Hudson Hub Times on 9 May 2022
Longtime Hudson business leader and philanthropist Tom Murdough has been named one of Crain’s Cleveland Business’s 'Eight Over 80' for 2022... Continue Reading…
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Posted by Crain's Cleveland Business on 9 May 2022
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5 best plants to plant in a raised garden bed
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 14 Apr 2022
Whether you are new to gardening or transitioning into urban-gardening, picking the perfect plants for raised garden planters can seem intimidating. Planting in a planter isn’t much different from…
How to incorporate S.T.E.A.M. topics while gardening with your child
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 6 Apr 2022
S.T.E.A.M. stands for science, technology, engineering, art and math. For many years, the original acronym was S.T.E.M., but recently an effort has been made to take the S.T.E.M. education to the n…
5 Easy & Unique Ways to Dye Easter Eggs
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 30 Mar 2022
Ditch the traditional egg dying tablets this season and tap into your creative side with these 5 easy and unique ways to create beautiful Easter eggs with your kids. Permanent Marker Eggs …
How To: Starting Your First Garden
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 22 Mar 2022
Spring is officially here! Everyone is pulling out their gardening supplies to plant their herbs, veggies, fruits and flowers. You may have always wanted to garden like your neighbors but starting has…
Simplay3 Gets City Help with Streetsboro, Ohio Addition - Simplay3 Blog
Posted by Record-Courier on 7 Feb 2022
Simplay3 may get some help with a planned $3.8 million addition, which the company says will double the manufacturing capacity of its Rosemont Drive facility in Streetsboro.The young company, founded…
As Production in China Stalls, an American Toy Manufacturer Thrives - Simplay3 Blog
Posted by SupplyChainBrain on 7 Feb 2022
At a time when the coronavirus outbreak is disrupting global supply lines, a maker of toys that’s committed to manufacturing in the U.S. finds itself with an advantage over those that rely on producti…
50 Years of Cozy Coupes
Posted by Plastics News on 7 Feb 2022
Hudson, Ohio — Little Tikes Co.'s 50th anniversary celebration brought together two major U.S. toy executives: Tom Murdough, who built Little Tikes from a small rotational molding company in a barn in…
Multifunctional Storage Solutions To Make Your New Year's Resolutions Easier
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 7 Feb 2022
In this new year everyone is making resolutions, and one of the most popular is to get organized! But why settle for some boring old storage unit, when you can have fun and functional storage solution…
Association of Rotational Molders Inducts Tom Murdough into their Hall of Fame
Posted by EIN Presswire on 7 Feb 2022
STREETSBORO, OHIO, UNITED STATES, September 1, 2021 /EINPresswire.com/ -- The Simplay3 Company is proud to announce the induction of its founder and CEO, Tom Murdough, into the Association of Rotation…
How to Develop Skills & Get the Winter Wiggles out Indoors
Posted by Jess Goodwin on 7 Feb 2022
Jack Frost has officially swept his way into winter (in most places). His winds might make it too cold for your little ones to get their energy out outside, so it is time to bring the fun inside. T…
Simplay3 Makes Weathering 2020 Look Like Child’s Play
Posted by Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing on 7 Feb 2022
The third company founded by rotomolding legend Tom Murdough adapts and thrives despite challenges posed by pandemic....Continue Reading…
22 Awesome American-made Toys and Gifts for Kids
Posted by USA Today on 7 Feb 2022
Flip over any toy in your child’s toy chest and it will likely say, “Made in China” or some other far off place. If you’ve been wondering where all of the American-made toys are, you may end up being…
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose Visits Simplay3 in Streetsboro
Posted by Record Courier on 7 Feb 2022
Ohio Secretary of State Frank LaRose visited Simplay3 in Streetsboro as part of his Ohio Business Spotlight initiative. Secretary LaRose was given a tour of the facility with Mark Copeland, operations…
Bravo, Sir!
Posted by Plastics Engineering on 7 Feb 2022
Better late than never. Tom Murdough, a pioneer in both the plastics toy business and the rotational molding industry, is finally getting his due–at 82. Murdough founded three companies in the past…
Rotomolded Toy Maker Puts a Bow on Holiday Season
Posted by Plastics Machinery & Manufacturing on 7 Feb 2022
Simplay3 says it has weathered logistics problems, increases in resin prices, as it has built up its inventory since last year and prepares for Christmas....Continue Reading…
Fall Gardening Ideas
Posted by Simplay3 on 10 Sep 2021
Fall planting ideas: How to extend your gardening seasonI’m guilty. Here in Northeast Ohio, I start the planting season with a bang, but by the time early September rolls around my garden is reduced t…
5 Tips to Start Your Pollinator Garden
Posted by Simplay3 on 21 May 2021
It’s planting season! It’s time to head to your local nursery and break out the gardening gloves to create your outdoor oasis. Your beautiful outdoor garden could also double as a life source for poll…
5 ways to use the Play Around Storage Table
Posted by Zoe Stitzer on 26 Feb 2021
The 2-in-1 Play Around Storage Table is an excellent addition to any crowded playroom. Playing games and doing crafts on top and then being able to store all the art supplies and board games right un…
4 Kid-Friendly Super Bowl Recipes
Posted by Zoe Stitzer on 6 Feb 2021
Super Bowl Sunday looks a little different this year than it did in years past. The Super Bowl was one of the last big gatherings I remember going to before everything shut down. In my house, we have…
Build Your at Home Classroom
Posted by The Simplay3 Company on 6 Jan 2021
2020 has changed how many get their education. Whether you decided to homeschool your child, participate in remote learning, or just want an educational space for your child, Simplay3 is here to share…
Simplay3's Holiday Top 12
Posted by The Simplay3 Company on 10 Dec 2020
Christmas is just a few weeks away! Here’s a collection of the toys that made it into our top 12 for 2020 - perfect for the special children or grandchildren in your life. And above all - guaranteed t…
5 Ways Simplay3 Can Help You Prepare for the Holidays!
Posted by Shaye Sicurella on 25 Nov 2020
Christmas is just a few weeks away! Here are 5 ways Simplay3 can help you prepare for the Holidays!Hide Away Delivery and Storage BoxThe Hide Away Delivery & Storage Box is a tough, weather-resistant…
5 Distanced Ways to Show You Care
Posted by Shaye Sicurella on 13 Nov 2020
Today is World of Kindness Day and we have gathered our top 5 distanced ways to show you care. Make a difference in someone’s life today!1) Help a neighborDo you have elderly neighbors or neighbors th…
5 Fall Activities to Add to Your Weekend Itinerary
Posted by Shaye Sicurella on 4 Nov 2020
Fall is here and the leaves are down! Here are 5 Fall Activities to Add to Your Weekend Itinerary!1) Create a big leaf pileHave the kids work together to build "the largest leaf pile!" At the end…
5 Ways to Have a Spooktacularly Safe Halloween!
Posted by Shaye Sicurella on 15 Oct 2020
Need some ideas for Trick or Treating this year? We compiled a list of our top 5 ways to have a spooktacularly safe Halloween! 1) Use a Halloween themed candy grabberWe have all seen those little…
5 Quick Tips for a Relaxed Day of Working from Home
Posted by Shaye Sicurella on 9 Oct 2020
During COVID-19, work and school have taken different forms. For World Mental Health Day, we wanted to give you 5 quick tips for a relaxed day of teaching and working from home that you can incor…
5 Tips to Get your Garden Ready for Fall
Posted by Simplay3 on 23 Sep 2020
Fall is here, and with that, Fall gardening! Here are the Top 5 Tips to Get your Garden Ready for Fall!
1. Till your soilTilling your garden mixes nutrients around in the soil and will work in a…
5 Ways to Use Your In & Out Activity Table for Remote Learning
Posted by Shaye Sicurella on 2 Sep 2020
Many schools are transitioning to remote learning or hybrid classes. Being able to provide a learning space for your child while they are home is more important than ever! Here are 5 ways to use your…
5 Ways to Use Your Carry & Go Track Table
Posted by Shaye Sicurella on 23 May 2020
The Carry & Go Track Table was made to travel and be used multiple ways! We gathered 5 ways you can use your Carry & Go Track Table to make the most out of your child’s play experience.1) Use…
Virtual Learning Resources
Posted by Shaye Sicurella on 17 May 2020
Time to give Mom and Dad a break from teaching! Here are 5 websites that offer free educational games for children to learn and play. Learn about science, math, animals, storytelling, and more! There…
Top 5 Spring Veggie Dishes for Mother’s Day
Posted by Shaye Sicurella on 1 May 2020
What can you plant? Lettuce, beets, radishes, and carrots are just some of the veggies you can start in early May. Here are some Spring veggie dishes you can create together to make a “gourmet” Mother…
Make Mother's Day Perfect
Posted by The Simplay3 Company on 30 Apr 2020
Raising us, teaching us, and loving us. Thank you to moms everywhere. We have gathered gift ideas, recipes, and DIY activities all in one place for a one of a kind Mother's Day! Gift GuideRecipes…
Top 5 Homemade Mother’s Day Gifts
Posted by Shaye Sicurella on 29 Apr 2020
The most memorable gifts are those that come from the heart. Here’s a blog post to get your creativity flowing!1. Sponge painted Mother’s Day cardNo need to run out to purchase a store bought car…
Stay Active and Build Community
Posted by Shaye Sicurella on 14 Apr 2020
Looking for new ways to keep the family busy and involved with the community while social distancing? We have pulled together a list of 5 activities you can do together to feel close while still apart…
Keeping Kids Occupied for Hours on End
Posted by The Simplay3 Company on 9 Apr 2020
Kinsey Gidick from Romper ranked Simplay3's Carry & Go Farm, Castle, and Track Table at spots 1, 2, & 3 for the top toys that will keep kids entertained for hours on end! Check out their write…
As Production in China Stalls, an American Toy Manufacturer Thrives - Simplay3 Blog
Posted by The Simplay3 Company on 8 Apr 2020
Robert J. Bowman ,of Supply Chain Brain, covered Simplay3 and the importance of American Manufacturing. VP of Sales and Marketing, Brian McDonald said, “More people are home now with their k…
Simplay3's Easy Haul Flatbed Cart Handles Your Gardening Needs
Posted by The Simplay3 Company on 8 Apr 2020
Ready to start your own garden or cleaning up your yard? Simplay3's Easy Haul Flatbed Cart handles up to 200 lbs! The Easy Haul Flatbed Cart has been a top contender for garden needs on Your…
Indoor/Outdoor Play with the Garden View Cottage
Posted by The Simplay3 Company on 8 Apr 2020
"If you have younger kids who are quite imaginative and are in their "playing house" phase, this play cottage will provide hours of fun. Winner of the National Parenting Product Award, this spacious i…
Multiple Ways to Use the Hide Away Delivery and Storage Box
Posted by The Simplay3 Company on 8 Apr 2020
From package deliveries, to flowers, to backyard BBQ storage, Simplay3's Hide Away Delivery and Storage Box can be used in multiple ways. Coupons vs Deals outlines just how in their write up here…
One of the Best Step Stools for Siblings in 2020
Posted by The Simplay3 Company on 8 Apr 2020
Latifah Miles and Dana Baardsen of Best labeled Simplay3's Sibling Step Stool as one of the best for 2020! "When you're a parent to a couple of tiny tots, there is bound to be fighting over who c…
Simplay3's Sand & Water Bench: "One of the best outdoor toys for 2 year olds!"
Posted by The Simplay3 Company on 8 Apr 2020
Alexandra Gavrilescu of The Baby Swag labels our Sand & Water Bench as one of the best outdoor toys for 2 year olds! You can read her review of the product here!…
Parade: In & Out Activity Table - Best Indoor/Outdoor Toys
Posted by The Simplay3 Company on 8 Apr 2020
"Explore water, sand, foam, dough, shaving cream... Possibilities are endless!"Parade.com featured Simplay3's In & Out Activity Table at number 18 on their 50 Best Indoor and Outdoor Toys lis…
Simplay3 Young Explorers Adventure Climber Wins 2020 National Parenting Product Award
Posted by The Simplay3 Company on 7 Apr 2020
The National Parenting Product Awards Winner for 2020 is Simplay3's Young Explorers Adventure Climber!“This is the perfect size as we have it setup in our living room. It’s great for toddlers, helps g…
5 Easter Activities Families Can Do Together!
Posted by Shaye Sicurella on 7 Apr 2020
Easter will be here on Sunday and we have gathered 5 activities families can do together!1. Baking Soda Easter EggsThis fun activity from Toddler Approved combines Easter fun with Science!2. …
Songs to Clean to
Posted by Shaye Sicurella on 24 Mar 2020
Stuck inside? Get a jumpstart on your spring cleaning with these five songs that are sure to get you and the kids moving!1) “Clean It Up!” - The Laurie Berkner Band2)“Clean Up Song” - The Singing…
Hoda & Jenna Get a visit from Simplay3
Posted by The Simplay3 Company on 12 Mar 2020
Today's Hoda & Jenna recieved a visit from Simplay3 back in December. Catch the clip here!…
Celebrating 50 Years of Innovation
Posted by The Simplay3 Company on 4 Mar 2020
The Simplay3 Company took Toy Fair NY by storm with their diverse and innovative toy line on display this past week. Toy Fair attendees had the opportunity to see top sellers f…
Indoor Cold Day Activities for Children Aged 2+
Posted by Shaye Sicurella on 25 Feb 2020
Spring can not get here soon enough! There’s still some snowy days and cold weather ahead of us, so we put together a list of 8 great Snow Day activities for you and the kids to enjoy!1) Homemade play…
Set Up Day at Toy Fair New York
Posted by The Simplay3 Company on 21 Feb 2020
We were up at 3:30 am to catch a 6:11 flight into NYC’s La Guardia Airport. The set up day of Toy Fair 2020. I’ve always loved ToyFair, but this is an especially exciting year since our founder, Tom M…
Simplay3 at Toy Fair 2020
Posted by The Simplay3 Company on 12 Feb 2020
Welcome to our 2020 Media Kit! Inside you will find: Press Release, Backgrounder, and Fact Sheet on Simplay3 at Toy FairPress Release and Fact Sheet on Founder and CEO, Tom Murdough, as he is ind…
5 Tips to an Organized Home
Posted by Shaye Sicurella on 14 Jan 2020
Start this century off right by getting your home organized and decluttered! Simplay3 has put together 5 tips and tricks that will help you bring order to 2020:1) Get rid of excess …
Top 5 Podcasts for Parents and Kids to Enjoy
Posted by Shaye Sicurella on 21 Aug 2019
Podcasts are a rising form of media. As of 2019, there are over 700,000 podcasts in 100 different languages according to Nielsen (data analytics). From Society & Culture, Business, Comedy, News, a…
Founder Tom Murdough Attends 50 Year Reunion of Little Tikes and Associates with Special Presentation and Announcement from Owner/CEO Isaac Larian
Posted by Simplay3 News on 26 Jun 2019
Little Tikes CEO and Owner Isaac Larian presents Tom Murdough Little Tikes Award and announces that he is nominating him for induction into the Toy Industry Hall of Fame for his vision in f…
The Simplay3 Company Brings Gift Giving Back-to-Basics This Holiday Season
Posted by Simplay3 on 2 Nov 2018
The Simplay3 Company
Brings Gift Giving Back-to-Basics This Holiday Season
Kid-Tested Research
Shows Simplay3 Brand Products Perfect for Gift Giving
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Little Library Has Big Impact on Second Grade Hudson Student
Posted by Simplay3 on 30 Aug 2018
Little Library Has Big Impact on Second Grade Hudson StudentGoal to Visit Little Free Libraries During Summer Break AchievedSTREETSBORO, Ohio—August 21, 2018 -- Seven-year-old, Claire Powers, began he…
Top Seven Benefits of Playing Outside
Posted by Simplay3 on 21 Mar 2018
Most adults would agree, playing outside was a fundamental part of our childhood. Summers spent roaming around creating and playing out fictional stories was the norm. In today’s fast paced world, sad…
Discover Dinosaurs and More at Grandma’s
Posted by Simplay3 on 5 Mar 2018
Planning play when you’re on the go can be a difficult task. Will it keep their attention? Did I overpack? How many is too many toys? Having a few toys that can provide many play options is the key, e…
2018 Spring Product Release
Posted by Simplay3 News on 26 Feb 2018
American-Made Simplay3 Toys Offer Simple Basic Play For Preschoolers
A new riding toy, wagon and inviting playhouse among new toys that keep kids active, encourage social play and promote cre…
Simplay3 Rocking Bridge: American Made Ingenuity at its Best
Posted by Simplay3 on 15 Feb 2018
At Simplay3, we are always looking to bring innovation through our design and manufacturing process, to create great products for the growing child. Point in case is the traditional wooden rocking boa…
Threading Hearts: A Fine Motor Skills Development Activity
Posted by Simplay3 on 8 Feb 2018
We’re one week out from Valentine’s Day and feeling the love in all that we do! Today we’re finding ways to weave in the colors and shapes that Valentine’s Day brings into our fine motor skills activi…
Product Spotlight: My Buddy & Me SUV
Posted by Simplay3 on 19 Jan 2018
If you’re a parent you know the age old argument of “I had it first!” and something we’ve heard over and over again when our kids are playing with ride-on toys. The My Buddy & Me SUV is perfect fo…
Help Your Toddler Learn Body Parts
Posted by Simplay3 on 11 Jan 2018
It’s important to start teaching children body parts early, it’s even a milestone for their development. There’s always the age old song “Head, Shoulders, Knees and Toes” but why not mix it up and ma…
Creating Traditions for the New Year
Posted by Simplay3 on 27 Dec 2017
Each year, at each holiday, families celebrate by engaging in traditions that have been passed down or by starting new ones. This week we're thinking about new traditions that we can begin to encourag…
Homemade Ornaments with Your Toddler
Posted by Simplay3 on 5 Dec 2017
Take a break this holiday season from the four main food groups: candy, candy canes, candy corns and syrup, to make some memories and ornaments with your toddler. Making their own ornaments gives you…
Writing Letters to Santa: An Opportunity to Learn
Posted by Simplay3 on 29 Nov 2017
With the holidays right around the corner there is so much to celebrate. From family parties to school parties and everything in between, working on developing little ones skills can easily get lost i…