As parents and caregivers we're all looking for ways to encourage children to play, explore, and grow without screens. While...
These colourful, tactile shapes are perfect for exploring early maths, language, communication, creativity, and even social-emotional development. Our new Green-n-Learn Sensory Tangram Set takes it to the next level—made from recycled materials, they're eco-friendly and have a lovely textured feel to enhance sensory learning.
Play is not just fun — it’s essential for cognitive, social, emotional, and physical development. But for children with additional needs, play may require more thoughtful planning and support. The key is creating a safe, engaging, and low-pressure environment that encourages curiosity, confidence, and connection.
Starting school is a major milestone for young children and their families. To help ease this transition, a coalition of top education and childcare experts has outlined 29 essential skills that children should develop before beginning reception as developed by a coalition of top education and childcare experts has unveiled a comprehensive checklist of 29 essential skills that children should master before starting school. These skills, divided into four key pillars, focus on fostering independence, communication, physical development, and healthy routines.
When we think about geometry, we often picture complex formulas and rigid shapes, but for young children, geometry is all...
The landscape of early years education is evolving. Across the UK, caregivers, teachers, and Special Educational Needs Coordinators (SENCOs) are...
As caregivers and parents, one of the greatest challenges we face is helping children navigate big emotions and moments of...
World Philosophy Day approaches, celebrated on the third Thursday of November, (21st) it’s a great reminder for parents and caregivers to cultivate a curious and questioning mindset in children. While philosophy might sound complex for little ones, fostering critical thinking, inquiry, and exploration is highly achievable—and deeply valuable—even in early childhood. Using Edx Education’s play-based learning toys, such as Rainbow Pebbles®, My Gears®, construction sets, and other STEAM products, you can inspire children to think independently, ask questions, and become resilient problem-solvers.
As parents and caregivers, we all want our children to grow up happy, resilient, and confident. One of the most powerful tools at our disposal to help our children develop these qualities is play. Play is not just a way for children to pass the time it is a critical part of their learning and growth.
At Edx Education, we advocate for play-based learning, not only through our innovative educational toys but also through our Play, Learn & Create podcast, which offers practical tips and insights for caregivers and educators alike.
