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"In The Know" keeps you updated with quick, insightful reads on the latest toy releases, takeaways from my traveling play lab, must-read kids' picture books, and noteworthy toy industry news. Plus, stay informed on toy recalls and trends shaping the world of play!

Graphic promoting a blog post titled “Explaining Racism to a Kiddo? 3 Quick Nuggets of Advice from A Kids Co. Founder at Talk Starters Book Club.” The background is light brown with heart shapes and logos for Nugget and A Kids Co. The image highlights parenting advice for talking to kids about race, featured on makemindfulmemories.com

Graphic promoting a blog post titled “Explaining Racism to a Kiddo? 3 Quick Nuggets of Advice from A Kids Co. Founder at Talk Starters Book Club.” The background is light brown with heart shapes and logos for Nugget and A Kids Co. The image highlights parenting advice for talking to kids about race, featured on makemindfulmemories.com

Explaining Racism to a Kiddo? 3 Quick Nuggets of Advice from A Kids Co. Founder at Talk Starters Book Club

“What’s racism?” When a kid hits you with that question, it can catch us grownups off guard— even the most mindful parent, teacher,...

Jun 24 min read

Graphic for Nugget's “Talk Starters” Black Futures Book Club featuring A Kids Book About Racism by Jelani Memory. The background is tan with soft star shapes, and the book cover appears on the right. The text is playful and bold in shades of brown, white, and red. (Photo Credit: Nugget Comfort LLC)

Graphic for Nugget's “Talk Starters” Black Futures Book Club featuring A Kids Book About Racism by Jelani Memory. The background is tan with soft star shapes, and the book cover appears on the right. The text is playful and bold in shades of brown, white, and red. (Photo Credit: Nugget Comfort LLC)

When Kids Ask About Race: Jelani Memory’s Q&A at Nugget’s First Book Club

Did you miss Nugget’s x A Kid’s Co. first book club with Jelani Memory? No time to watch the replay? Read the Q&As here!

Mindful Play for Preschoolers

May 3120 min read

A blog post graphic titled “The Revival of Lily & River: From Abrupt Closure to an Unexpected Relaunch!” is overlaid on a collage of indoor climbing toys, including a Pikler triangle, balance ramp, and climbing dome. These popular wooden play structures are part of the Lily & River product line. The image also includes the website URL “www.makemindfulmemories.com” at the bottom.

A blog post graphic titled “The Revival of Lily & River: From Abrupt Closure to an Unexpected Relaunch!” is overlaid on a collage of indoor climbing toys, including a Pikler triangle, balance ramp, and climbing dome. These popular wooden play structures are part of the Lily & River product line. The image also includes the website URL “www.makemindfulmemories.com” at the bottom.

The Revival of Lily & River: From Abrupt Closure to an Unexpected Relaunch

What's going on with Lily & River? Here's everything I could dig up on the abrupt closure and surprise relaunch of the popular play brand.

Mar 234 min read

Nugget & A Kids Co. Announce New Book Club: Talk Starters

Nugget & A Kids Co. Announce New Book Club: Talk Starters

Nugget & A Kids Co. Announce New Book Club: Talk Starters

Join Nugget & A Kids Co. for Talk Starters, a book club designed to help caregivers navigate conversations about race with kids.

Feb 95 min read

Curated Resources for Gifting Kids' Toys

Curated Resources for Gifting Kids' Toys

Curated Resources for Gifting Kids' Toys

Gifting is hard and kids are just as difficult to shop for as adults. In attempt to make the process a wee bit easier for you, I'm...

All Mindful Play Activities

Nov 17, 20242 min read

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