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Big Kid (5 - 8 years)

These Big Kid toys are designed for children aged 5 through 8 years old, and are built for deeper learning through play experiences.

Big Kids are the talented little ones who have already mastered basic skills and are looking for a way to nourish what they they already know and play with the concepts they've learned. They can work independently or they can work because their communication skills have flourished. They are little scientists who like putting different things together to see what the results. Their imaginations are incredible - and if you sit back and listen, you will have a front row seat to a stories filled with character and spirit. The playthings in this collection are made to develop the growing imagination, writing skills, cooperation, independent play, concentration, problem solving, and imaginative thinking through play. They are open-ended and can be used by themselves or combined with other items to be used in new ways. Big Kids never cease to amaze me in their ability to find new ways play, learn, and grow. Let their imaginations inspire you. No batteries. No buttons. Just the power of creativity.

  • Sensory Box - Explore With Me Sensory Bin Starter Set

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    Sensory Box - Explore With Me Sensory Bin Starter Set

    $45.00

    This Handmade Wooden Sensory Bin or Sensory Box is full of developmental manipulatives. Our wooden box kit is an excellent starter toy for hands-on learning and imaginative play. This is a preschooler toy or toddler toy ages 3 and up, with open-ended exploration opportunities to develop an understanding of physics, gravity, volume, shape, size, sound, how things fit together, similar and different, size relation. Add tactile manipulatives to make it a homemade surprise or seasonally appropriate toy.

     

    Our Maker's Description:

    Introducing the Explore With Me Sensory Box tool kit – an invaluable addition to hands-on learning. Oh how I love the open-endedness of a sensory bin. I love how many different skills can be practiced with a little bit of imagination and a box of "stuff". I always enjoy creating these seasonal boxes, it's a lot of fun for me to make - and how I love watching my little one’s excitement when she sits down to play – it’s like opening a present. It’s therapeutic and just plain fun.

    My little explorer really enjoys playing with different nick-knacks in a tub filled with something tactile - I mean, who wouldn't? It's a great way to add texture to play while exploring a subject through excavation and discovery. Sometimes she mulls through the bin on her own and sometimes we work on it together, incorporating more conversation as she explores. Either way she is learning some very important lessons: physics, gravity, volume, shape, size, sound, how things fit together, similar and different, size relation...the list goes on.

    There are so many ways to use, play, and explore with the contents in this kit. A wooden box is the window to sensorial play and imaginative excavation. Let your little one’s creativity go wild with the pouring, scooping, pinching, placing, picking, poking, and playing opportunities this learning box inspires. Add a smidgen of playful thought and create a unique and magical Explore With Me experience at each and every sit-down. This kit contains the basics and can be used over and over again – just change the ingredients and you can create a whole new learning adventure.

    Some ideas for something tactile:
    Rice
    Uncooked Pasta
    Sand
    Rocks
    Beans
    Beads
    Lentils
    Un-popped Popcorn


    What’s You Get:
    - 1 wooden box measuring ( 8.5" x 8" x almost 2" deep ) to hold all your tools & can be used as the actual “Sensory Bin”
    - 2 different wooden bowls
    - 2 different wooden scoops
    - 2 different wooden canisters with lids
    - 1 pair of wooden tongs
    - 1 muslin pouch to fit inside the box & put your main ingredient in

    The Color Sorting Bowls and Sorting Hearts shown in the last picture are NOT included in this kit. If you are interested in these items they can be purchased separately in our online Mama May I handmade learning toys shop.

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  • Table Talk - Connection Cards - Connection: One Question At a Time

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    Table Talk - Connection Cards - Connection: One Question At a Time

    $45.00

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    Table Talk - Connection Cards - Connection: One Question At a Time

    $45.00

    Dinner used to be my favorite part of the day as a family. But spending dinner time as the only grown up made it super easy for me to cook whatever; order in whatever; and let my kids eat whenever. What used to be a time of family-gathering and conversation: sharing our gratitude and thoughts turned into an isolated time for me. I knew I had to bring back family dinners and I knew I needed a ritual to get me there. I created this deck: Connection, One Question at a Time. Connecting Beyond "How Was Your Day?". There are almost 50 cards. We keep them in a bag and draw one or two at dinner time. It's brought us back together. The kids love drawing a card. I love seeing my own artwork - flaws and all - on vibrant backgrounds. I love hearing them engage in questions and curiosities with one another.

    The paper is about 18pt and super soft to the touch. Fronts and backs have questions so there are 90 questions in all.

    I brought them out to a restaurant for dinner and it was beautiful to be able to bring this ritual with us even on a dinner date. I am SO EXCITED to share these with you! I can envision using them in a classroom for short breaks and open-ended discussion or as writing prompts. 

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  • Learning Toy - Story Starters

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    Story Starters

    $25.00

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    Story Starters

    $25.00

    Who? What? When? Where? … what about WHY?

    Tell me a story. YOU create the WHY.

    Storytelling is such a simple and beautiful tradition to share with your wee ones. With only the buttons and beeps and sounds of your own imagination, let these Story Starters inspire a journey of mystery, whimsy, and joy between you and your little author. Share in a creative storytelling journey with your little one and help them adventure through creative problem solving, vocabulary building, and memory making. 

    A beautiful collection of hand stamped images inspire the Who. What. When. and Where. While you and your story maker share in the delight of creating the WHY. Each 1” die is gently sanded and hand-stamped with non-toxic, archival black ink. Included inside a treasure tin, is a pocket Moleskine entitled: "My Little Book of Why" to jot down your musings and reflect on past story-making adventures; A laminated Story Telling Symbol Key to help with spelling and ideas; and a miniature, tin-sized pen completes this whimsical Story Starter Play Set. 

    This would make a Birthday Gift, Back-to-School Memory, or Family Fun Night Game.

    *Note – As with ALL toys, children should be supervised while at play. The Story Starter Play Tin is not suitable for children who still mouth things.*

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  • Learning Toy - Make A Match - Toddler - Zoo

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    Make a Match - Toddler - Zoo

    $27.00

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    Make a Match - Toddler - Zoo

    $27.00 $27.00

    It’s about time – Toddler Time! I am proud to announce select Make a Match games are now being offered in Toddler-Sized fun. These substantial wooden pieces are sure to have your little one holding, clicking, clapping, banging, playing and roaring with delight. These adorable animals are seeking a loving Zookeeper to watch over them, hold them, and make animal sounds with them. All in a fun day’s work!

    Need to put them to bed for the evening? Tuck them into their drawstring pouch for easy put-away. Or have you little one plop them into an empty tissue box – a game sure to inspire your little one’s growing fine motor skills with a rewarding clink. Clink. Clink. 

    Each wooden piece measures approximately 2” in diameter and ¼” thick. They are sturdy enough for toddler-action-play. 

    Each set comes with 24 pieces (12 pairs of different animal friends).

    The Zoo Edition includes:
    Zebra
    Penguin
    Iguana
    Panda
    Tiger
    Alligator
    Monkey
    Giraffe
    Turtle
    Lion
    Elephant
    Koala 

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  • Simple Snow Scene

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    Simple Snow Scene

    $6.00

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    Simple Snow Scene

    $6.00

    This is such a simple but sweet way to play with the winter season. A wooden snowman and a wooden tree create the perfect snowscape in a pretend world. 

    Each set comes with 1 snow person and 1 wooden pine tree in their natural state. You can paint them, color them, or leave them in them alone to simply enjoy! Use some fluffy fill to create a snow scene or have your little one draw a backdrop for a snowy day. 

    It's a great addition to a Sensory Bin
    Or Puppet Play area

    Each piece measures a little less than 3" tall.

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  • Printable - Gratitude Blurb Journal

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    Printable - Gratitude Blurb Journal

    $15.00 $9.99

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    Printable - Gratitude Blurb Journal

    $15.00 $9.99

    PLEASE NOTE THIS LISTING IS FOR AN INSTANT DOWNLOAD/DIGITAL FILE, no physical item will be mailed.

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    GRATITUDE BLURBS - Blank - Practicing Gratitude - Printable - .pdf

    Add a smile to your little one's day with one of our sweet blank affirmation notes! This file includes 32 blank affirmation notes on 4 pages.

    ♥ Ten colored Gratitude Blurbs - 5 different colors schemes.
    - One for each season plus a rainbow set.
    - Both in saturated and unsaturated color schemes.
    ♥ Three "books titles" to choose from

    ♥ HOW-TO use guide.
    - Why practice Gratitude?
    - How-to practice gratitude with your children.


    Download. Print. Cut. Fill out. Use as a single sheet or add to a binder to make a whole year-long gratitude practice. Enjoy!

    ♥ Gratitude is the Pathway to Joy ♥

    You can print this file at home or at your local print shop on regular or card stock weighted paper.

    Each design page is formatted at 8” x 10”.

    Features:
    - 8” x 10”
    - High quality .PDF file
    - Instant file download on Etsy after purchase


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    Thank you for shopping at The PlayFULL Way

    Jessica Perkins

    ♥ Intentional ♥ PlayFULL ♥ Living ♥

    www.JessicaPerkins.com

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    Color Disclaimer: Due to variances among color monitors, the colors on your computer monitor may appear differently than the actual printed products. This does not affect the quality of the print.

    Because this is a digital download, there will be NO REFUNDS given once the order is placed. If you have any concerns, please message me!

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    If you have any questions, please send a message prior to ordering.

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  • Silkies

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    Silkies

    $79.00

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    Silkies

    $110.00

    Tents, hats, dresses, wands, capes, veils, picnic blankets, canopies, fairy wings, peek-a-boo playtime…the open-ended possibilities of Play Silks are endless. Inspire your little one’s imagination with these brightly colored scarves. Create, Play, Dance, and Enjoy this soft and whimsical set playtime after playtime. 

    Each set includes 6 play Silkies – in a scrumptious rainbow of hand dyed color. Each scarf in the SMALL set is about 22” square – perfect for little hands to move, swirl, and peek-a-boo! Each scarf in the LARGE set is about 35” square. – perfect for pretend play clothes, tents, capes, and canopies


    These silks are habotai silk (8mm) dyed with non-toxic dye. They have been hand-dyed so colors may vary from the picture, and within the scarf itself – this is completely normal and adds to its unique character. 

    No need for wrapping, each set comes in this beautiful clear pail making a playful and stunning present for any special occasion or play date!

    Hand-wash and air-dry or put them in the dryer WITHOUT heat to soften them up a bit. Because minor bleeding on the first few washes may occur it is best to wash each color by itself.

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  • Learning Toy - Make A Match - Toddler - Farm

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    Make a Match - Toddler - Farm

    $27.00

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    Make a Match - Toddler - Farm

    $27.00

    It’s about time – Toddler Time! I am proud to announce select Make a Match games are now being offered in Toddler-Sized fun. These substantial wooden pieces are sure to have your little one holding, clicking, clapping, banging, playing and roaring with delight. These adorable animals are seeking a loving Farmer to watch over them, hold them, and make animal sounds with them. All in a fun day’s work!

    Need to put them to bed for the evening? Tuck them into their drawstring pouch for easy put-away. Or have you little one plop them into an empty tissue box – a game sure to inspire your little one’s growing fine motor skills with a rewarding clink. Clink. Clink.

    Each wooden piece measures approximately 2” in diameter and ¼” thick. They are sturdy enough for toddler-action-play.

    Each set comes with 24 pieces (12 pairs of different animal friends).

    The Toddler Version is Also Available in the Zoo Edition.

    The Farm Edition includes:
    Goat
    Pig
    Horse
    Sheep
    Tractor
    Cat
    Cow
    Chicks
    Dog
    Barn
    Rooster
    Bunny

     

     

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  • Wooden Toy - Rainbow Blocks

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    Rainbow Blocks

    $16.00

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    Rainbow Blocks

    $16.00

    There is nothing like simple blocks to spark the imagination. You can create, dawdle, build, roll, and explore endlessly with this starter set of 1” blocks. A dozen (12) blocks in all – two of each color - are enough to build a rainbow. Allow your little engineer to explore physics, gravity, balance, and structure. Help build fine motor skills while practicing the simple, yet challenging, act of stacking the blocks on top of one another. How high you can build your skyscraper tower before the blocks come tumbling down? Match the colored block pairs together to practice beginner color recognition. 

    Bundled together in a drawstrings pouch, for easy clean-up and storage, this set is the perfect size to keep around the house or bring with you on trips to restaurants, the doctor’s office, or grandma’s house. Your little one will enjoy this classic toy time and time again.

    Each block measures 1” and has been painted with non-toxic soy based paint. They have been lightly sealed with a mixture of all-natural beeswax and jojoba oil to enhance their color and durability.

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  • Learning Toy - Make A Match - Toddler - Forest Friends

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    Make a Match - Toddler - Forest Friends

    $27.00

    It’s about time – Toddler Time! I am proud to announce select Make a Match games are now being offered in Toddler-Sized fun. These substantial wooden pieces are sure to have your little one holding, clicking, clapping, banging, playing and roaring with delight. These adorable animals are seeking a loving Farmer to watch over them, hold them, and make animal sounds with them. All in a fun day’s work!

    Need to put them to bed for the evening? Tuck them into their drawstring pouch for easy put-away. Or have you little one plop them into an empty tissue box – a game sure to inspire your little one’s growing fine motor skills with a rewarding clink. Clink. Clink.

    Each wooden piece measures approximately 2” in diameter and ¼” thick. They are sturdy enough for toddler-action-play.

    Each set comes with 24 pieces (12 pairs of different animal friends).

    The Toddler Version is now available in other editions!!

    The Forest Friends Edition includes:
    Fox
    Moose
    Skunk
    Rabbit
    Raccoon
    Squirrel
    Owl
    Bear
    Dear
    Bird
    Snail
    Hedgehog

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  • Learning Toy - Make A Match - Dino

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    Make A Match - Dino

    $21.00

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    Make A Match - Dino

    $21.00

    This little Make a Match Memory Game is compact enough to fit into your purse, backpack, or even your pocket. The perfect play toy for picnics, play dates, or rainy days, this is a classic, multi-generational game that will be enjoyed time and time again. There are 24 wooden coins made from all natural wood and measure 1 and 1/2 inch in diameter. They are sanded to a smooth finish and are soft to the touch. Each set includes 12 pairs of original, whimsical, black ink drawings. Each image has been hand drawn creating imaginative pictures with character. Adding a finishing touch is a drawstring pouch to collect and pocket the pieces when they are not in use. Each set makes a unique gift for both parents and children to enjoy together.

    *NOTE* Due to the small size of the wooden coins, this game is not suitable for children under the age of 4. As always, children should be supervised while at play.

    The Dino Edition includes:
    Ankylosaurus
    Archaeoptyx
    Brachiosaurus
    Deinonychus
    Diplodocus
    Giganotosaurus
    Parasaurolophus
    Pteranodon
    Spinosaurus
    Stegosaurus
    T-Rex
    Triceratops

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  • Learning Toy - Make A Match - Toddler - Nature

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    Make a Match - Toddler - Nature

    $27.00

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    Make a Match - Toddler - Nature

    $27.00

    It’s about time – Toddler Time! I am proud to announce select Make a Match games are now being offered in Toddler-Sized fun. These substantial wooden pieces are sure to have your little one holding, clicking, clapping, banging, playing and roaring with delight. These adorable natural treasures are seeking a loving Naturalist to watch over them, hold them, and keep them safe. All in a fun day’s work!

    Need to put them to bed for the evening? Tuck them into their drawstring pouch for easy put-away. Or have you little one plop them into an empty tissue box – a game sure to inspire your little one’s growing fine motor skills with a rewarding clink. Clink. Clink.

    Each wooden piece measures approximately 2” in diameter and ¼” thick. They are sturdy enough for toddler-action-play.

    Each set comes with 24 pieces (12 pairs of different animal friends).

    The Toddler Version is Also Available in the following editions:  Zoo, Farm, Forest Friends, Trucks, Transportation.

    The Nature Edition includes:
    Pine Cone

    Butterfly

    Wishing Flower

    Lady Bug

    Acorn

    Owl

    Flower

    Spider Web

    Mushroom

    Ants

    Bird Nest

    Bee

    Worm

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  • Make A Match - Forest Friends

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    Make A Match - Forest Friends

    $21.00

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    Make A Match - Forest Friends

    $21.00

    This little Make a Match Memory Game is compact enough to fit into your purse, backpack, or even your pocket. The perfect play toy for picnics, play dates, or rainy days, this is a classic, multi-generational game that will be enjoyed time and time again. There are 24 wooden coins made from all natural wood and measure 1 and 1/2 inch in diameter. They are sanded to a smooth finish and are soft to the touch. Each set includes 12 pairs of original, whimsical, black ink drawings. Each image has been hand drawn creating imaginative pictures with character. Adding a finishing touch is a drawstring pouch to collect and pocket the pieces when they are not in use. Each set makes a unique gift for both parents and children to enjoy together.

    *NOTE* Due to the small size of the wooden coins, this game is not suitable for children under the age of 4. As always, children should be supervised while at play.

    The Forest Friends Edition Includes:
    Fox
    Moose
    Skunk
    Rabbit
    Racoon
    Squirrel
    Owl
    Bear
    Dear
    Bird
    Snail
    Hedgehog

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  • Learning Toy - Make A Match - Toddler - Trucks

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    Make a Match - Toddler - Trucks

    $27.00

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    Make a Match - Toddler - Trucks

    $27.00

    It’s about time – Toddler Time! I am proud to announce select Make a Match games are now being offered in Toddler-Sized fun. These substantial wooden pieces are sure to have your little one holding, clicking, clapping, banging, playing and roaring with delight. These rumbling roadsters are seeking a loving Driver to to vroom them all over town. All in a fun day’s work!

    Need to put them to bed for the evening? Tuck them into their drawstring pouch for easy put-away. Or have you little one plop them into an empty tissue box – a game sure to inspire your little one’s growing fine motor skills with a rewarding clink. Clink. Clink.

    Each wooden piece measures approximately 2” in diameter and ¼” thick. They are sturdy enough for toddler-action-play.

    Each set comes with 24 pieces (12 pairs of different animal friends).

    The Toddler Version is Also Available in the following editions: Zoo, Farm, Nature, Forest Friends.

    The Truck Edition includes:

    Semi Truck

    Pickup Truck

    Forklift

    Steam Roller

    Crane

    Garbage Truck

    Cement Mixer

    Tow Truck

    Bulldozer

    Dump Truck

    Moving Truck

    Excavator

     

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  • Learning Toy - Make A Match - Philadelphia

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    Make a Match - Philadelphia

    $29.00

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    Make a Match - Philadelphia

    $29.00

    Oh the sweet sounds, sights, and tastes of Philadelphia - the City of Brotherly Love. We recently participated in a Culture Share project with other families around the world; and, I had the pleasure of rediscovering the City of Brotherly Love with my little ones in tow while researching, drawing, and exploring our wonderfully cultural, diverse, and historical city. We created a little story about our journey through the city filled with fun native facts (and Wikipedia finds). This particular edition would make a unique way to study Philadelphia in a homeschool or for-the-fun-of-it setting!

    This little Make a Match Memory Game is compact enough to fit into your purse, backpack, or even your pocket. The perfect play toy for picnics, play dates, or rainy days, this is a classic, multi-generational game that will be enjoyed time and time again. This particular Make a Match Edition is a JUMBO Collection..there are 50 wooden coins made from all natural wood and measure 1 and 1/2 inch in diameter. They are sanded to a smooth finish and are soft to the touch. Each set includes 25 pairs of original, whimsical, black ink drawings. Each image has been hand drawn adding to the character and charm of this City of Brotherly Love Play set. Adding a finishing touch is a drawstring pouch to collect and pocket the pieces when they are not in use. Each set makes a unique gift for both parents and children to enjoy together.

    *NOTE* Due to the small size of the wooden coins, this game is not suitable for children under the age of 4. As always, children should be supervised while at play.

    The Philly Edition Includes:
    Betsy Ross Flag
    Franklin Square
    Independence Hall
    Reading Terminal Market
    The Liberty Bell
    Ben Franklin
    Please Touch Museum
    Philly Pretzel
    Mummer
    City Hall
    Clothespin
    Seaport Museum
    Zoo Balloon
    First Bank
    Museum of Natural Sciences - Dinosauer
    SEPTA
    30th Street Station
    Ice cream cone
    Mint - penny
    LOVE
    Art Museum
    First Hospital in the US
    Boat House Row
    Logan Square
    Philly Cheesesteak 

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  • Learning Toy - Make A Match - Nature

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    Make A Match - Nature

    $21.00

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    Make A Match - Nature

    $21.00

    This little Make a Match Memory Game is compact enough to fit into your purse, backpack, or even your pocket. The perfect play toy for picnics, play dates, or rainy days, this is a classic, multi-generational game that will be enjoyed time and time again. There are 24 wooden coins made from all natural wood and measure 1 and 1/2 inch in diameter. They are sanded to a smooth finish and are soft to the touch. Each set includes 12 pairs of original, whimsical, black ink drawings. Each image has been hand drawn creating imaginative pictures with character. Adding a finishing touch is a drawstring pouch to collect and pocket the pieces when they are not in use. Each set makes a unique gift for both parents and children to enjoy together.

    *NOTE* Due to the small size of the wooden coins, this game is not suitable for children under the age of 4. As always, children should be supervised while at play.

    The Nature Edition includes:
    Caterpillar
    Flower
    Butterfly
    Twig
    Ladybug
    Hedgehog
    Mushroom
    Snail
    Bird
    Owl
    Ant
    Bumble bee

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  • FREE Printable - Ginger Gram - Gratitude

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    FREE Printable - Ginger Gram - Gratitude

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    FREE Printable - Ginger Gram - Gratitude

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    We are in desperate need of some ‪#‎gratitude‬ up in here. Voices are yelling. Hands are flailing. Arguments ensuing. And Thank-Yous are being completely forgotten. This is my Holiday Season attempt to take back peace and share ‪#‎LovingKindness‬ with one another. Right. Now. 

    Meet Ginger Gram. The gingerbread with a fierce gratitude. And glad to the bone(or cookie crumble, or something like that). He shows up randomly around the house to surprise some one with a Caught-You-Being-Kind message. An..I am so glad you are in my life note. Or a THANK YOU for ________ reminder. The object is to keep passing him around so we can share the love with each other and ‪#‎focus‬ on the ‪#‎positive‬ we bring forth as a family every day. If you want to join the ‪#‎game‬ or if your little one wants to color a Ginger.gram of his/her very own I will have a ‪#‎free‬ printable posted In the shop later today. ‪#‎mindfulkids‬ ‪#‎mindfulness‬ ‪#‎mindfulparenting‬‪#‎mamamayi‬ ‪#‎mamamayijoy‬ ‪#‎mamamayishop‬ #gratitude ‪#‎thankful‬ ‪#‎grateful‬‪#‎chooselove‬ ‪#‎kindness‬ ‪#‎preschool‬ ‪#‎totschool‬ ‪#‎unschool‬ ‪#‎unplugged‬‪#‎childhoodunplugged‬ ‪#‎homeschool‬ ‪#‎love‬ ‪#‎spreadhappy‬ ‪#‎bekind‬ ‪#‎trying‬‪#‎parenting‬ ‪#‎parents‬ ‪#‎loveyourself‬ #kidsart #kidswrite #kids

    This is part of the #MamaMayIMindfulKids Series. Please feel free to download these pages and print whichever color scheme moves you. These pages are for PERSONAL USE ONLYPersonal use means non-commercial use of the Media. The Media may not be used in any way whatsoever in which you charge money, collect fees, or receive any form of remuneration.

    copyright MamaMayI, LLC. 2015

     

    What is Gratitude?

    - Gratitude is the ability to BE thankful and appreciative.
     
    Why is Gratitude important?
    - Gratitude is important because it brings us back to center...it brings us back to kindness. It allows us to BE in the presence of our life's many blessings: however simple or profound.
     
    Why do we need to PRACTICE Gratitude?
    - Have you ever had a bad day that seems to spiral worse and worse? The kind where you want to curl back into bed and hide? Sometimes it's not easy to see the positives around us ... And negative energy from others (or ourselves) has a way of trickling into our thoughts and affecting how we interact with the world (which can, in turn, attract more of that same negative energy). By taking a moment to pause, center into kindness, and shift our mindset to that of thankfulness we our training our brains to slow down and notice. We are becoming aware of our state of mind, our thoughts, and momentum in the world. It is that pause and reflection that is so important. 
     
    By practicing Gratitude we are setting an intention of thankfulness. I believe thankful hearts are happy, smiley hearts. It's much easier to breathe when we are filling ourselves with that which we are grateful. 
     
    Why TEACH our children Gratitude?
    - I try teach my children Gratitude because I think it is important to their self-care. Just as brushing your teeth is important to your oral hygiene; Just as eating a healthy, balanced meal is important to your physical body's growth and health; Just as exercise builds muscles and strengthens your physical body;  Tuning into the joys and kindness in our world is essential to nurturing your Mind and Spirit. I believe the practice of Gratitude has a huge impact on how we all interact with each other and engage in our worlds. Though embracing gratitude comes more easily to some, it is a practice that becomes more easily accessible over time - with practice - acknowledgment - and pause. At first, the practice might seem daunting or over-thought, but eventually it will be second nature - a subconscious script or internal attitude that shines out towards loved ones, friends, nature, the things around us, and our world.
     
    HOW do you practice Gratitude with kids?
    - Practicing Gratitude with your kids and family can be a really connecting time. I love to hear how my own little ones find Gratitude in their own lives...
     
    Here are some ways to practice Gratitude with your little ones.
     
    - In the morning, pause to breathe deeply together and give thanks for a new day.
     
    - On a walk (even a routine walk to school or the grocery store) can turn into Gratitude practice by NOTICING the simple, natural treasures and beauty around you. Pause for a moment to store those mindful photos in your memory bank.
     
    - Write a note to your little one and tuck it in his or her lunch box or under his or her pillow. Write how grateful you are that they are part of your life; how much your happier and fuller your family is for having his or her presence in it; reminding them of a special time you shared together.
     
    - At dinner, pause and give thanks for the food you are sending into your body to nurture its cells and fuel your body and mind.
     
    - Take turns sharing one or two things you are thankful for each day during dinner, bathtime, or right before bed.
     
    - Create a Gratitude Journal where you store drawings, words, magazine cutouts, or pictures of the things you are grateful for. Make it a nightly or weekly ritual to pause and reflect in your journal together. Slowing down to find thankfulness is a practice that really helps build connection.
     
    - Send a Thank You note to someone every week. Pausing to remind yourself is a wonderful practice in gratitude and a positive way to spread that LovingKindness into the world.
     
    - Fill out a Gratitude Blurb Bubble sheet ( #MamaMayIMindfulKids FREE Printable). Fill out one blurb, a whole sheet, or a few, whatever moves you. These are Seasonal journal pages so you can collect them in a binder and reflect on your gratitude throughout the year.
     
    - Slow down for some pillow talk before bed and incorporate a thankfulness poem or gratitude-share right before sleep. I love to end our night reminding each other of all the things we are most grateful for in our lives. It makes me feel cozier somehow and feels like the perfect segue into peaceful, happy dreams!
    A Grateful Heart is a Happy Heart.

     

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  • Make a Match - Toddler - Feelings

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    Make a Match - Toddler - Feelings

    $27.00

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    Mama May i

    Make a Match - Toddler - Feelings

    $27.00

    It’s about time – Toddler Time! I am proud to announce select Make a Match games are now being offered in Toddler-Sized fun. These substantial wooden pieces are sure to have your little one holding, clicking, clapping, banging, playing and roaring with delight. These empathetic faces are sure to bring a curious look at feelings.

    Need to put them to bed for the evening? Tuck them into their drawstring pouch for easy put-away. Or have you little one plop them into an empty tissue box – a game sure to inspire your little one’s growing fine motor skills with a rewarding clink. Clink. Clink.

    Each wooden piece measures approximately 2” in diameter and ¼” thick. They are sturdy enough for toddler-action-play.

    Each set comes with 24 pieces (12 pairs of different animal friends).

    The Toddler Version is Also Available in the following editions: Zoo, Farm, Nature, Forest Friends, Beach, Feelings, Trucks, Transportation.

    The Feelings Edition includes:

    Content

    Happy

    Hopeful

    Tired

    Sad

    Scared

    Surprised

    Worried

    Angry

    Excited

    Silly

    Disoriented

     

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