The Parent Project was created to help parents make confident decisions about which educational toys are truly worth the time, money, and attention of their children.
Each toy featured on our site is purchased and tested in a real preschool setting, where educators evaluate whether it is teacher-approved, purposeful, and developmentally appropriate. Rather than guessing or relying on marketing claims, we focus on toys that intentionally support specific developmental areas such as fine motor skills, problem-solving, creativity, and early learning.
When we evaluate a new educational toy, we look at three core factors:
- Ease of implementation in a real classroom or home environment
- Educational value and developmental benefits
- Child enjoyment, because meaningful learning happens when children are engaged
After testing, we share a clear and honest summary that includes:
- Images of the toy in use
- Recommended age range (when not provided by the manufacturer)
- General price range
The Parent Project is designed to be a practical resource for:
- Parents looking to invest in toys that support learning
- Grandparents searching for meaningful, age-appropriate gifts
- Family members who want guidance on educational toys children will truly enjoy
At the heart of everything we do is one simple belief:
The best educational toys are the ones children enjoy while they learn.
***All toy reviews are based on real classroom use and honest evaluation. We never recommend products we wouldn’t use with our own students***
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