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Learning Resources' Sight Words Swat! game for up to four players helps kids master reading, spelling, and vocabulary skills.Amazon- Trying to supplement your child's education can be daunting, but there's no need to reinvent the wheel when there are thousands of educational toys and activities.
- As a former teacher with a master's degree in education, I've found some educational tools are best for engaging young minds.
- Here are 15 of the best educational toys that will support your elementary-age child's learning in every core subject.
When you take on the task of educating your child, panic mode can set in quickly: I'm not a teacher. I don't know what I'm doing. I don't have time to teach them. They're going to fall behind their peers. I'm not teaching them enough.
The fears and insecurities mount quickly.
I have a background in education, and I still worry sometimes that I'm not doing enough to help my daughter learn. The most important thing to remember no matter the reason you're stepping in and supplementing your child's education is that you're doing the best you can.
Learning doesn't have to happen in a classroom, and in fact, the most valuable learning experiences take place far from the four walls of a classroom. Kids learn and retain information best through hands-on experiences and educational toys that are interesting to them, from games and interactive books to experiments and STEM kits. If you find a way to create educational experiences your child enjoys, you've hit the jackpot.
There are companies that have been at this a long time, and they know how to make educational products that are fun and engaging for your kids. We rounded up some of the best educational toys and tools to make it easier for parents.
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