Blogs about open-ended and sensory toys

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Less toys, more fun: why it really works

Play corner overflowing, but your child isn't playing? Discover why fewer toys leads to more fun and imaginative play. Get started in 3 simple steps.

Less toys, more fun: why it really works

Play corner overflowing, but your child isn't playing? Discover why fewer toys leads to more fun and imaginative play. Get started in 3 simple steps.

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Rainbow beanbags that 6000+ children play with

This toy naturally encourages children to play with it, whether your child is 0 or 9 years old. Every child will enjoy playing with the rainbow beanbags .

Rainbow beanbags that 6000+ children play with

This toy naturally encourages children to play with it, whether your child is 0 or 9 years old. Every child will enjoy playing with the rainbow beanbags .

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Birthday gift ideas: sustainable open-ended toy...

Is your child's birthday coming up soon and would you like to have less plastic toys and more sustainable or open-ended toys in your home?

Birthday gift ideas: sustainable open-ended toy...

Is your child's birthday coming up soon and would you like to have less plastic toys and more sustainable or open-ended toys in your home?

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How to play with beanbags? Our top 5 beanbag ga...

Wondering how your little one plays with beanbags ? When I first gave them to my child, I wondered the same thing. But we were both quickly hooked, and she's...

How to play with beanbags? Our top 5 beanbag ga...

Wondering how your little one plays with beanbags ? When I first gave them to my child, I wondered the same thing. But we were both quickly hooked, and she's...

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How can I reduce plastic toys in my home? 3 tip...

Are you fed up with all those plastic toys, action-packed items, and flashing lights? No worries, if your toy collection turns out differently than you envisioned. It's never too late...

How can I reduce plastic toys in my home? 3 tip...

Are you fed up with all those plastic toys, action-packed items, and flashing lights? No worries, if your toy collection turns out differently than you envisioned. It's never too late...

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A peaceful and sustainable Sinterklaas? + consc...

Sinterklaas is magical. But let's be honest... it can also quickly become overwhelming. Want a more sustainable and mindful Sinterklaas celebration? Then read on for my tips.

A peaceful and sustainable Sinterklaas? + consc...

Sinterklaas is magical. But let's be honest... it can also quickly become overwhelming. Want a more sustainable and mindful Sinterklaas celebration? Then read on for my tips.

Little Botanic label, a toy brand that makes open-ended toys that grow with your child

I'm Patty, a mother of two daughters and the face behind the Little Botanic label. I make sensory beanbags and play cloths. Imaginative, open-ended toys that grow with your child.

In my blogs, I'll take you on a journey into the world of open-ended and sensory toys. Why are open-ended toys so important? How do you offer sensory toys, and what are the benefits of this imaginative toy? ✨

  • Blog: What is open-ended toys?

    Open-ended toys is growing in popularity, but what kind of toy is it and why is it such a success? I'm happy to tell you why we love this toy so much.

    What is open-ended toys? 
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    Blog: 10 beanbag throwing games

    Throwing is a skill a child must learn, just like crawling, climbing, walking, and running. But throwing can also be learned and improved through games.

    10 beanbag throwing games 
  • Blog: Lovingly limiting throwing toys

    In this house, the kids regularly threw toys. No matter how many times I told them it wasn't allowed, it didn't sink in. Until I pointed out what was allowed!

    (Lovingly) limiting throwing toys