Can Toys Help with Baby Development? As a child psychiatrist, part of my education and training is in infant and child development. When it comes to baby development, there are many factors that can help a baby develop optimally. Some of these things include their environment and the things they...
Occupational Therapy Toys
Occupational Therapy Toys for Kids of All Ages Toys can play an important role in occupational therapy, as they can help individuals develop and improve their fine and gross motor skills, hand-eye coordination, visual perceptual skills, and sensory processing abilities. Occupational therapists often use toys as a tool to engage...
15 Science Games for Kids (and why you need them)
Science Games for Kids that You (and they) Will Love When you buy science games for your kids, it’s great if they’re educational games, crafts, or kits as well. It can be hard to find ones that will keep your child’s interest for more than a few minutes. Games...
Social Skills Games
Games that Help with Social Skills Games can be a fun and effective way to help kids learn social skills. Playing games with peers or family members provides children with opportunities to practice communication, cooperation, and problem-solving in a fun and engaging way. Games that involve turn-taking, such as board...
Review of CheerFun Drawing Tablets
Cheerfun was kind enough to send us a drawing tablet for our office to use. Kids can easily draw and erase, practice their letters, or just doodle while waiting. Here are some of the tablets they offer, including LCD and even ones that use water! They come in all kinds...
The Best Reading Games for Kids – According to a Child Psychiatrist (Updated for 2023)
Cool Reading Games for Kids Children are naturally curious learners. They are so open to new concepts, but with too much pressure, they run a high risk of burnout. By participating in reading games, they are engaging in fun learning activities that reduce stress and increase their chances of success....
17 Brain Development Toys for 1 Year Old Toddlers
Brain Development in 1 Year Olds - Toys to Consider When your child reaches the one-year mark, their mind is ready to grow and explore the world around them. They’ll start reaching milestone after milestone, from crawling to saying their first sentence. One of the best ways to help your...
15 Cool Math Games for Kids – Recommended by a Child Psychiatrist
Math Games Kids Love Math can be a challenge for many kids, and in particular they may not find it fun. A great way to encourage math skills and even a love for math is to play games that integrate numbers and mathematics into play. Here are a few great...
Infant Toys for Development – Child Psychiatrist Recommends
A new baby usually means wonderful friends and family members bringing in toys. As the child moves from the first weeks through the next several months, you might want to consider toys that will be fun but also aid in their development. As a child psychiatrist, here are some that...
Fidget Toys for Kids
As a child psychiatrist, I find fidget toys to be both relaxing as well as therapeutic for children, besides just being a fun. Here are some of my favorite fidget toys for kids: Mozi: This fun metal ring toy can be used to spin from arm to arm and over...