Busy boards: DIY or buy?
Our short answer: why not do both! If you’re on social media, you’ll almost certainly have seen pictures of beautifully hand-made busy boards – oft...
Easy DIY Montessori materials
With its focus on learning through exploration and play, Montessori theories and practices are a great way to support your child’s development whet...
Sensory Play: More Fun Than It Sounds And A Great Way To Learn
We all learn through our senses. Babies, toddlers and children are still developing their understanding of the world, so need to experience and compare a wide range of sensory attributes (hot, cold, sticky, salty, sweet, squishy, wobbly...). La-la-llama sensory toys and games are designed to help children, from babies to teens, develop their skills through play. As part of our ‘Behind the Buzzwords’ series, we’ll explain what sensory toys are, what sensory play involves, and how it can help your child