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At SensoryEdge our focus is to educate, inform, and inspire each person caring for children to be and do their very best. It is not always easy and sometimes we don't take action (or we take the wrong action) because of a lack of understanding the real issues. We hope that the conversations that occur here will help in some small way better the lives of children, their families, and the professionals who work with them. We are always looking for valuable contributions to our site so if you are interested in becoming a contributor contact us.

Sweet Slumber Fun!

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You must remember those times from your childhood when you were either invited to the house of a friend for a slumber party. Perhaps you even liked to set up camp in your living room […]

Discovering Is Fun With Outdoor Toys

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You may have already noticed just how much fun your child has when he or she heads outside to play. There are so many great natural wonders for them to explore and learn about. However, […]

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Pretend Play at Its Best

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If you’re looking for a toy that will take your children away from the computer games and television screens – consider giving them a toy the encourages pretend play.

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Building Young Imaginations with Wooden Toys

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A toy that can spark young imaginations to create and build is a valuable toy and a toy that can encourage group play and cooperation among children is also a great toy and when you […]

Using Art to Stimulate Your Children’s Creativity

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Using art is a wonderful way to bond with your child. As you know, the right side of the brain (talents and skills), and left-brain activity (logical thinking) are responsible for certain activities that we […]

Toys That Develop Fine Motor Skills

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Children acquire new skills easiest and learn the fastest through play. Whether it is one on one or in a group, fine motor skills can be learn ed and practiced through creative play. Tactile Walking […]

Outdoor Playhouses – Great Pretend Fun!

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Children love having their own special places to play, whether it is a cardboard box that has magically become a castle in their own minds or even better, one of these fabulous playhouses, your children […]

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Science in the Summer

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Even thought summer break from school is almost upon us, you’re kids don’t have to stop the learning. Stimulate your children to look at things a little more scientifically with a science project kit. If […]

Themed Rugs Keep Your Kids Entertained and Learning

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As you know from watching your children at play, they spend a lot of time on the floor. Why not stimulate their brains with a of the durable and versatile themed rugs and carpets? Classroom […]

Music Soothes The Child’s Soul

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Most everyone already knows that music can be great therapy for just about anything. From children to adults, we are all in tune to certain kinds of music that can lift our spirits and make […]