Blogs about open-ended and sensory toys
Toy rotation: the toys we don't rotate
We rotate toys in our play area. This keeps it organized and inviting. I regularly rotate the toys the children aren't playing with. But there are a few toys that...
Toy rotation: the toys we don't rotate
We rotate toys in our play area. This keeps it organized and inviting. I regularly rotate the toys the children aren't playing with. But there are a few toys that...
10 beanbag throwing games
Children throwing toys is probably one of the biggest annoyances for parents. But throwing is a skill a child needs to learn, just like crawling, climbing, walking, and running. But...
10 beanbag throwing games
Children throwing toys is probably one of the biggest annoyances for parents. But throwing is a skill a child needs to learn, just like crawling, climbing, walking, and running. But...
Treasure baskets - sensory discovery baskets
I love treasure baskets! And they're irresistible to children too. A treasure basket is a sensory discovery basket. It's a great way to teach your child how different materials feel.
Treasure baskets - sensory discovery baskets
I love treasure baskets! And they're irresistible to children too. A treasure basket is a sensory discovery basket. It's a great way to teach your child how different materials feel.
Sustainable shoe gifts that we give for Sinterk...
Looking for sustainable shoe gifts for Sinterklaas? I'm sharing the sustainable shoe gifts I've given my children for Sinterklaas in recent years, plus 5 tips for celebrating Sinterklaas more sustainably.
Sustainable shoe gifts that we give for Sinterk...
Looking for sustainable shoe gifts for Sinterklaas? I'm sharing the sustainable shoe gifts I've given my children for Sinterklaas in recent years, plus 5 tips for celebrating Sinterklaas more sustainably.
10x Playing with Play Silk for Babies
I'm often asked if silk playthings are fun for babies. And I can answer that with a resounding "yes." In our house, silk playthings are the most used toys. Not...
10x Playing with Play Silk for Babies
I'm often asked if silk playthings are fun for babies. And I can answer that with a resounding "yes." In our house, silk playthings are the most used toys. Not...
Our top 10 open-ended toys
Open-ended toys are secretly taking over our toy cupboard. That's why I thought it was time to share our top 10 of our favorite open-ended toys. I love reading these...
Our top 10 open-ended toys
Open-ended toys are secretly taking over our toy cupboard. That's why I thought it was time to share our top 10 of our favorite open-ended toys. I love reading these...
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? ✨
These are the blogs that other mothers have read the most:
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Blog: What is open-ended toys?
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.
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Blog: 10 beanbag throwing games
10 beanbag throwing gamesThrowing is a skill a child must learn, just like crawling, climbing, walking, and running. But throwing can also be learned and improved through games.
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Blog: Lovingly limiting throwing toys
(Lovingly) limiting throwing toysIn 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!