Journal

This is the place to learn more about our products and our philosophy on parenting and child development. Join us as we introduce new products, explain complicated ones, and discuss issues in child development, parenting, and education.

The Art of Play: Creative Uses for Play Silks - blueottertoys

The Art of Play: Creative Uses for Play Silks

This blog post explores the many benefits of play silks - colorful, lightweight silk fabrics that inspire open-ended, imaginative play. The article provides a comprehensive...
Imagination, Wonder, and Wisdom: The Value of Literary Classics for Children - blueottertoys

Imagination, Wonder, and Wisdom: The Value of Literary Classics for Children

Explore the timeless charm of classic children's books by Elsa Beskow, Gerda Muller, Sybille Von Olfers, and Astrid Lindgren. Discover how these literary gems capture...
The Power of Pretend Play: Unlocking Childhood Creativity - blueottertoys

The Power of Pretend Play: Unlocking Childhood Creativity

Pretend play is more than just a simple game; it's a vital component of child development, weaving together imagination, social skills, and cognitive growth. It...
How Singing Together Can Benefit Your Family - blueottertoys

How Singing Together Can Benefit Your Family

Join us on a musical journey as we delve into the incredible world of harmony singing. In our latest blog post, we explore the transformative...
Brand Spotlight: Senger Stuffed Animals - An Interview with Volker and Sabine - blueottertoys

Brand Spotlight: Senger Stuffed Animals - An Interview with Volker and Sabine

Discover the story of Volker and Sabine Senger, the visionaries behind Senger Stuffed Animals. Find out how they transformed their passion for organic cotton stuffed...
Top Seven Reasons to Choose Children's Products Made From Natural Materials - blueottertoys

Top Seven Reasons to Choose Children's Products Made From Natural Materials

Living in a disposable world, it's easy to forget why we obsess over providing natural children's products. Why should you care? Does it make a...
Warm Your Heart - and Your Toes - with Senger Warming Cuddle Animals - blueottertoys

Warm Your Heart - and Your Toes - with Senger Warming Cuddle Animals

Warming and cooling pillows are beneficial and offer comfort for children who are sick or afraid. These special cuddly animal warming pillows, by Senger, significantly...
10 Ways to Encourage Independent Play in Children - blueottertoys

10 Ways to Encourage Independent Play in Children

We often feel the need to entertain or engage our children 24 hours a day. Independent play not only brings joy and peace to a...
Why Music Matters: The Benefits of Early Music Education for Children - blueottertoys

Why Music Matters: The Benefits of Early Music Education for Children

Discover how music education can provide cognitive, emotional, social, and cultural benefits for children that last a lifetime. From enhancing literacy skills to improving emotional...
What is the Difference Between Fairy Wool and Felting Wool? - blueottertoys

What is the Difference Between Fairy Wool and Felting Wool?

Fairy wool and felting wool are two materials that are commonly used in the art of felting. While they may look similar at first glance,...
Block Play: A Simple Pastime with Serious Benefits - blueottertoys

Block Play: A Simple Pastime with Serious Benefits

Blocks play has been a popular toy for children for centuries. The history of wooden blocks can be traced back to ancient civilizations such as...
Happy National

Happy National "I AM" Day

National "I Am" day is not just a day to remind us to move the clock forward; it is also a day to celebrate the...
1 2 3 4