JamesDec 7, 20202 minMontessoriWhat is Montessori and how can Playbalu toys support a Montessori approach?
JamesNov 22, 20202 minThe Benefits of Reality Based Role PlayDespite the nursery rhymes, story books and TV shows the most important part of a child’s development comes from what they see and hear...
JamesNov 8, 20202 minThe Benefits of Building BlocksOne of the most traditional toys you could imagine, building blocks have been a part of children’s toy collection for centuries.
JamesOct 25, 20202 minToys for Sensory Processing DifficultiesFor children who struggle with sensory input, solid, simple forms can have a calming and focussing effect. Even more soothing is the feeling
JamesOct 11, 20203 minNature and ColourNature has colour. Nature celebrates colour. All colour comes from nature so why run away from that with too much neutrality?
JamesSep 26, 20202 minThreading and Fine Motor ActivitiesBy the age of two years old most children are able to pick things up using a pincer grip, in other words their forefinger and thumb or those
JamesSep 7, 20203 minNumber Recognition and Counting Hopefully you will find something in my Early Years Blog to help or amuse you, whether it is a resource, an article, a distraction or some i