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When I first started looking for a balance bike for my child, I’ll admit I was overwhelmed. There are so many toddler bikes on the market, all claiming to be “the best”, “the lightest”, or “the easiest to ride”. As...

As a primary school teacher with over a decade in the classroom — and a mum to a curious five-year-old at home — I’ve spent countless hours evaluating toys not just for fun, but for learning impact. In recent years, the...

A Parent’s Honest Take on Magnetic Tiles (After Way Too Much Research) I’ll be honest — I didn’t plan to become someone who could confidently compare magnetic tiles brands at a dinner party. But once you start researching toys properly...

Introduction: Two Giants of Magnetic Play If you’ve been researching magnetic tiles, you’ve probably come across the two most popular brands in Australia — Connetix and Magna-Tiles. Both are exceptional in quality, learning benefits and durability, and both are trusted...

Introduction: Why Magna-Tiles Are a Toy That Grows with Your Child Magna-Tiles have long been one of the most loved open-ended toys in Australian homes, classrooms, and therapy rooms — and for good reason. These colourful magnetic tiles don’t just...

Introduction: Why Air Toobz Are So Much More Than a Fun Toy If you’ve ever watched a child play with Air Toobz for the first time, you’ll have seen their eyes light up as scarves twirl, whoosh and dance through...

Few toys spark as much curiosity as the Air Toobz from Fat Brain Toys. These transparent tubes and connectors let kids build pathways for air to flow, making scarves and balls zoom through the system in unpredictable ways. It’s fun,...

Long car rides and flights can test any parent’s patience, but the Fat Brain PlayTab turns travel time into engaging learning time. Designed to entertain and educate without screens, the PlayTab is a portable sensory activity board that’s perfect for...

Parents are always looking for ways to help their children learn while having fun. Fat Brain Toys have become a favourite among families and educators for their unique ability to inspire curiosity, creativity, and STEM thinking from an early age....