We had a very interesting conversation at the breakfast table few days back. My son was very curious to know if Jupiter was a planet and was asking questions on the number of planets that exist. I was so excited to learn about his interest in space and felt it was the opportune time to {Read More…}
Craft-tastic, USA
I am always scouting for crafts for my daughter to create. I love this brand Craft-tastic which makes lovely craft boxes for girls. On a recent playdate, Saira worked on the Design your Own Flower kit – which is a lovely kit that teaches little ones to get creative with paper flowers. The challenge for {Read More…}
Sticker books for preschoolers
My almost 5 year old is currently obsessed with sticker books. It’s a delight watching his little fingers remove each sticker with utmost care, and carefully pasting them on each page. His stash of sticker books are his favorite companion at meal times and playdates. On some days, his sticker books follow him to school, {Read More…}
Rekha Goyal, Mumbai: Ceramic artist
There is something therapeutic about working with clay. As it works through your fingers, it makes you forget all the stress around you. I recently came across the work of Mumbai based ceramic artist Rekha Goyal. Rekha was born in Mumbai and graduated from the Sir JJ School of Art and did a Masters in {Read More…}
Usborne Publishing, London: Books for children
Usborne Books are always a big hit with kids. This UK based company publishes some wonderful book titles for kids. The publisher has worked with many authors to create lovely book titles for children. Fiona Watt is one such popular writer who has worked with Usborne Books to create sweet touch and feel books for {Read More…}
Toy Tag, Singapore: Virtual toy store
My daughter has taken a recent fondness to playing board games. I stumbled upon this company Toy Tag while hunting for fun board games we could play together as a family. I was mightily pleased to see the well-curated toy collection of this Singapore based virtual toy store! Each toy on the website is educational, {Read More…}
Maud n Lil, Melbourne, Australia: Organic plush toys
As a kid, I adored plush toys (I still do!). I loved decorating my room with them, and both my sister and me would give each one of them a name. Some of them were bought during our travels, and others were plushies we had fallen in love with during our trip to a toy {Read More…}
Lil L Alexander: Food artist and author
I often spot these lovely food art creations for kids on Pinterest. Sometimes I get to see some really colourful works of food art at birthdays. They are so visually appealing and pre-school kids seem to get pretty excited seeing them. Almost a year ago, I came across a book by Lil L. Alexander called {Read More…}
Your Little Miss, Netherlands: Hair accessories
As a girl mum, it was natural that I was drawn towards dressing my little one in clips and bows. However, I realized when the little ones are younger, sometimes they don’t like the fuss. It was funny to see Saira happily take out her clips the moment I fixed it on. Now that she’s {Read More…}