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Cozy Corners: Comfy and Cozy Seating with our Flexible Seating Options

Every Early Childhood Classroom should have comfy corners. Providing flexible seating within those areas are essential to create an inclusive environment. Children’s Factory #gifted Mini Round Poufs Sets as well Happy Rockers to elevate and transform our comfy corner spaces into a haven of creativity and comfort that invites children to More…

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Teacher Appreciation Week Giveaway

In light of Teacher Appreciation Week, let’s celebrate with an amazing Teacher Appreciation Week Giveaway! We’re giving away a Gray Whatsit™, two items from our new Tranquility Collection, and two As We Grow™ student desks and MyPosture™ chairs. This is the perfect opportunity to create a comfortable and inviting More…

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Whatsit DIY Roadmap

Let’s play, the creative way! Take our Whatsit to the next level with this Whatsit DIY Roadmap activity! Interested in adding some variety to playtime? Checkout this fun activity idea from one of our influencers, Tinkerwonderplay. We know and love how versatile our Whatsit is. From a couch to More…

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Physical activity benefits children, parents, teachers and the community

How Many Physical Activities Do Preschool-Aged Kids Require?

Research conducted from 1986-2007 measuring the level of physical activity of over 10,000 preschool-aged kids (ranging in age from 2-6 years old) from 7 different countries concluded, nearly half of all children do not engage in sufficient physical activity¹. Standards set up by the National Association for Sport and More…

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Indoor-outdoor play is easy with the mobile Ball Cart

Ball Cart for Indoor-Outdoor Play Activities

The modern playground keeps evolving to meet the needs of educators and children. Indoor playgrounds are just as prevalent as outdoor playgrounds. You may find yourself wondering, “How can I make the most of limited resources by using some of the same play equipment for indoor or outdoor play?” More…

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Walk a mile in my Velcro shoes - Dexterity 2019

Can You Walk a Mile in My Velcro® Shoes

In 1968, Velcro® replaced shoelaces for the first time. Athletic shoe manufacturer, Puma, introduced the world’s first sneakers fastened with hook and loop instead of shoelaces. It started a revolution in footwear for children. Society is still reaping the consequences of this trend in 2022. It all started with More…

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Christmas Wrapping Station and The Whatsit

How To Use The Whatsit as a Holiday Wrapping Station

GUEST POST At Children’s Factory, we love to see customers using our play equipment and furniture in “outside-the-box” ways. TinkerWonderPlay does a great job by showing us how The Whatsit™ can be used as a holiday wrapping station. The Whatsit™ is our kids’ couch that was designed to double More…

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CF349-070 Build forts with your kids with The Whatsit

Magic, Fort Building and The Whatsit™

There is a magical world of fort building happening all over the world. Whether built indoors or out, experts say kids love constructing forts and their growth and development benefits during the process. It all starts with a little imagination and the tools needed to get started. The Whatsit™ More…

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