Marble Runs are a fantastic product to expand your child's learning by helping them develop STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) skills. 

With so many to choose from, it can be hard to narrow down your decision! We've compiled a list of just some of the fantastic Marble Runs to help!

I’ve been in business selling wooden toys and educational toys for 8 years now.  When I first started I knew I loved wooden toys. There weren’t really many around and they were difficult to find.   Thankfully now there are loads around in shops everywhere , but processes vary so much and the word ECO FRIENDLY TOY is thrown around so much – I've been wondering what REALLY makes a toy 'eco friendly' .  What do all these words mean – sustainable wood , FSC certified , non toxic etc. ?

You would be forgiven for believing that any type or brand of wooden toys is a safer option for your children to be playing with as opposed to plastic toys, as wood is a natural material, but… not all wooden toys are created equal and we parents need to be very aware of this. 

Wooden toys make a terrific addition to any toyroom.  Whilst I do believe that almost any toy is an educational toy, I prefer wood to plastic for a few reasons.

Wooden toys are generally extremely durable and safe , are not only colourful and fun to play with but encourage a child to explore their senses and imagination. 

I love the feel of wooden toys and the smell and texture is something that can not be replaced.  Its an impulse for me to smell a wooden toy and the difference in quality and feel is obvious.  I often find myself doing it when we get in new stock at the warehouse , it’s a sensory feeling that evokes a sense of calm and fun in me and I catch my kids doing it too and have a  giggle. 

Diversity and inclusion in the home, school and even toy box are so important.  All kids want to see themselves reflected in the environment and toys that they play with. Childhood really should be an inclusive place where everyone belongs. 

Being different from most others doesn’t need to be a dis - ability but rather a diff - ability and I’m happy to finally see the toy industry and other companies starting to embrace change and positively represent the 150 plus million kids with disability and difference world wide....

Reading is one of my fave go-to activities for kids when I run out of ideas for quiet play. Luckily my daughter agrees. ;)

“Grab a book!”

“What should we read?”

“What happened in [insert name of last book read]?”

Anything to do with reading and happily my daughter will oblige.

Here’s what worked for us whe...

Games for girls can go way beyond the cooking games on the iPad. Here are our handpicked activity ideas that encourage creativity, independent thinking and are tons of fun for little girls.

 Felt sets are perfect for quiet play and encouraging creativity and imaginative story telling.

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Continuing our quest for indoor play ideas that are fun, creative and inspiring for children of all ages, here are number 7-17 of this BIG list of toys that encourage development, learning and are TONS of fun! 

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With the cold, rainy weather just sneaking around the corner, chances are all of us are stocking up on fun ways to keep the kiddies engaged and happy when they can’t go out to play, right? 

So, here are 17 {yep, try one every other day of the month!} fun, creative and inspiring indoor play and activity ideas for kids of all ages, right from your wee baby to active kin...

Starting this month, we’ll be stylecasing {a spinoff on showcasing… with more style, of course!} a product to help you get to know more about it. 

Our product for April is Kinetic Sand, the perfect indoor toy for kids! Made from 98% sand and 2% magic, this lovely sensory and tactile play toy is every mum's dream come true for keeping kids off the telly and doing someth...

For kids, outdoor toys are the best thing possible because not only do they make play super-fun but they also, manage to get kids out of the house and engaged in real, good, physical activity! SO important for building those bones! 

So, here’s our mum-approved top picks for the best outdoor toys for kids. Take your pick and give your little ones the gift of go...