Parents Everywhere Will Love These 27 Products That Teachers Absolutely Swear By

"A visual timer that can help make transitions easier for everyone. Since kids can't tell time, "five more minutes" doesn't mean much. When time is visual, kids can watch the colored portion get smaller and be less shocked when time is up. If you have a kid that struggles with transitions or doesn't want any time but NOW, this timer is for you."

"A magnetic letter tracing board for a little handwriting practice without pens and papers and markers and erasers and tears. Since the magnets pop up as they trace, there's a little sensory fun there, too. These are perfect for keeping kids occupied in restaurants or waiting rooms completely screen free. A set of dot paint markers that makes painting clean, creative, and fun! For parents who don't like how messy paint can get, these are an absolute lifesaver. I also suggest a dot marker book for some guided fun."

"A mindfulness maze to help kids learn some coping strategies before getting to meltdown mode. If your little (or bigger) one is starting to get worked up, these mazes are a fun and visual way to practice deep breathing. Breathe in as you get to a corner, breathe out until the next one. Repeat. A set of MathLink cubes that are the gold standard in helping kids learn basic math (learning win!) but also make the most fun creative play blocks. With that ever satisfying *pop* we've been chasing since childhood, these learning toys are going to be your kid's favorite real-life Minecraft."

Visual timers show remaining time with a shrinking colored portion so children who cannot tell time can anticipate transitions and feel less shocked when time ends. Magnetic letter tracing boards allow handwriting practice without messy supplies and provide sensory feedback as magnets pop up, suitable for screen-free waiting. Dot paint markers make painting clean and creative, and paired dot-marker books offer guided activities. Mindfulness mazes teach breathing-based coping strategies through corner-based inhale-exhale cues to reduce escalation. MathLink cubes teach basic math while encouraging creative building through satisfying pop interactions. Spot It provides fast-paced, age-inclusive family gameplay. A 152-count Crayola caddy supplies extensive colors, organization, and a sharpener.

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