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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
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…
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. …
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…
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…
8 Ways to Make Playtime Educational
Posted by Simplay3 on 27 Sep 2017
Play benefits the development of six areas for children: cognitive, communication, creative, emotional, physical and social. Planning activities that address all of these areas can be a daunting ta…
Benefits of Less Screen Time for Families
Posted by Simplay3 on 12 Sep 2017
We’ve all done it, you need to check some things off your to-do list so you put on the TV, hand over a tablet and suddenly a couple hours have gone by.
While not all screen time is bad, child…
Simplay3 Gift Guide to Activity Toys
Posted by Simplay3 on 22 Aug 2017
Earlier this month we shared our Gift Guide to Ride-On Toys that help promote mobility and coordination. If you’re looking to promote imaginative play and social development our Activity Toy Gift G…
Rainy Day Activities to Boost Imaginative Play
Posted by Simplay3 on 17 Apr 2017
You know the song, "rain, rain go away, come again another day." Well while you’re waiting around wishing for the clouds to clear to head outside, Simplay3 has put together a list of activities…