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Early Intervention Activities

Simple Tools in Early Intervention: Linking Rings

Linking rings really are the unsung heroes of on-the-go parenting, serving double duty as a useful parenting tool and as a open-ended toy for early intervention.

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This is Early Intervention

Family Playtime

Building a strong, loving family bond doesn’t require elaborate vacations; it starts with simple, positive activities and intentional time spent together. Whether you are looking to boost your child’s development or simply reduce household stress, establishing a regular family game night or dinner tradition can make an almost instant difference.

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Early Intervention Activities

Throw This, Not That

Some children just love to throw stuff, and it’s a powerful developmental drive. We don’t want to hurt people or break stuff, but constantly fighting a toddler with that impulse often leads to frustration for both the adult and the child.
Our immediate, instinct is to say, “Stop throwing stuff!” But what if we paused and changed that instruction. “Throw this, not that.”

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Discovery Toys This is Early Intervention

Christmas Shopping with Discovery Toys 2025

You have arrived at the party! Step 1. Shop on the Discovery Toys Website by clicking the link below. When you go to the Discovery Toys website, you can You May Prefer to Browse the Catalog PDF File Below. Step 2. Contact me (if you want to) Still don’t know what to order? How about […]

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Early Intervention Activities

Simple Tools in Early Intervention: The Mirror

Language starts long before the first word is spoken; it begins with awareness, body movement, and imitation. The mirror is so powerful because it provides immediate visual feedback—a principle supported by speech-language research.

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Discovery Toys This is Early Intervention

DIY Castle Marbleworks

DIY or Buy?
You can easily create your own version of a Castle Marble Run using household items like cardboard tubes, plastic bottles, and marbles. However, if you prefer a high-quality, durable toy with a lifetime guarantee, consider purchasing a Castle Marble Run from Discovery Toys.
No matter which route you choose, the benefits remain the same: a fun and educational experience for your child.

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Discovery Toys

What Does Volumetrically Proportional Mean?

Volumetrically Proportionate means that the shape of the objects remains the same, but their size increases or decreases proportionally.
In the case of the Discovery Toys Measure Up Cups, it means that each cup is a scaled-down version of the others. They all have the same shape, but their sizes increase in a specific ratio, allowing for accurate measurements.

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Home Visiting Adventures

Rule 12: Help dads embrace pretend play with dolls.

Our role isn’t to judge or attempt to change these beliefs but rather to find creative ways to ensure all children, regardless of background, can reap the benefits of pretend play.
Here are some tips to navigate pretend play with dads who might be hesitant about dolls:

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Resources for Early Intervention

What Is Toy Safety?

The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) is the US Government agency that plays a crucial role in ensuring the safety of toys for children. They are responsible for regulating consumer products and protecting the public from unreasonable risks of injury or death.

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Embrace Your Geekiness On July 13

So, what are you geeky about? Maybe you’re a history buff who can recite presidents in order. Perhaps you’re a knitting extraordinaire who can whip up a scarf in record time. Whatever it is, embrace it!