The Play Library is our collection of ideas for great toys grandparents can keep on hand so that they are always equipped and ready for fun. Toys that are open-ended and can “morph” for several different creative uses seem to be the best choice for a Grandparent Play Library because they encourage play that spans across cognitive ages, so they’ll be “in vogue” with children for a longer season. Sometimes, our collection will feature things that are not toys but should be.
Garden Tools for Children: Kid-Sized Outdoor Learning
Garden tools for children are a great addition to your family Play Library. We keep a set on hand to play with when grandkids visit.
Dinosaur Fight Guy House You Thought Was a Dollhouse
Way back in the 1990’s our mother gifted each of her granddaughters a Fisher Price dollhouse. This is the little girl part of her that never grew up. She’s 80 […]
Dinosaur Sand: A Great Gift Idea for 3- or 4-Year-Old
Dinosaur sand is a favorite toy of my grandchildren. Kinetic sand is a fun moldable compound that your family will love.
Children’s Binoculars – Choosing the Perfect Pair
Our favorite set of kids’ binoculars plus the perfect Bird Identification App to use with them.
Toy Library: Grandma’s Solution For Her Toy Habit
Hate giving toys to your grandkids their parents don’t keep due to lack of space? Here’s my solution.
Play Value: This Simple Concept Will Change The Way You Purchase Toys
Learn to make better judgment calls when choosing toys for grandchildren.