In an age where everything around us beeps and lights up, I have to make a conscious effort to provide my daughter with toys and experiences that are basic, not battery operated and don’t have a screen. There is so much research out there that explains the importance of limiting screen time and getting back to the basics with toys. So, I was so excited to receive a package from Hope Learning Toys for my daughter.
I want to give you a little background about Heather, the founder and creator of Hope Learning Toys because this is what makes her products so spot-on and so much more than just toys.
Heather was an elementary educator for ten years with a passion for literacy development. The decision to become a stay at home mother allowed her the time to create unique sensory learning products. The mission of Hope Learning Toys is to nurture children’s curiosity and cultivate a love of learning.
When I gave my daughter the cute, little pouch filled with bright letters on discs of lilac wood, she immediately dumped them out and started playing. She was so curious and immediately started asking me about different letters. She even identified the letter A! I loved that we were playing, but I was also teaching her. Then she did something I didn’t even think of. She started sorting the disks by color. It just goes to show, when kids are given something seemingly simple their creativity soars.
I’m so thankful for teachers like Heather. It’s obvious that she puts her heart, soul, and expertise into each and every toy she makes. I can’t wait to watch my daughter use these letters over and over as she continues to grow!
