Educational Toy Library at Mastermind Playground

17/10/2024

Are you tired of spending money on toys that your kids quickly outgrow? Imagine if you could give your preschooler access to educational games that complement their outdoor play, without the clutter or constant spending.

In a world where times are tough and money is tight, finding ways to keep our little ones entertained and learning—both inside and outside—can feel like an impossible task. But what if you could borrow a variety of carefully curated educational toys and games for your preschooler to enjoy, in addition to their time spent playing in nature?

At Educational Toy Library, we give parents the flexibility to borrow engaging games that help develop essential skills in language, maths, fine motor and school readiness—all designed to support your child’s development in a fun and interactive way. These games can enhance their learning journey, whether they’re exploring the outdoors or having quiet time inside.

With no need to store toys, no waste, and a constantly rotating selection, you'll never worry about your child getting bored, while still encouraging their creativity and outdoor adventures.

Plus, this sustainable option means fewer toys get thrown away, keeping things eco-friendly while helping your family save.

Want to see how easy and cost-effective it can be to give your child the best start while balancing both indoor and outdoor activities? Comment 'ACCESS' below ⬇️ and I’ll send you a FREE guide to show how the Educational Toy Library works, PLUS how you can try it out with a 30-day money-back guarantee! Available right here on the Gold Coast. 💫

Let’s make learning fun, interactive, sustainable and affordable - giving your child the best of both worlds, indoors and out!

23/08/2024

🚀 Hey Parents of Preschoolers! 🚀
I’m thrilled to be working on a new Virtual Preschool Program designed to bring fun, educational video lessons and hands-on activities right to your home! 🎉 This program is all about preparing your little one for school with engaging, 1-hour lessons and resource kits delivered each term.
But I need your help to make it the best it can be! Your feedback is incredibly valuable as I develop this program. Could you spare 5 minutes to complete a quick survey? Your insights will help shape a program that truly meets the needs of your child.
Click the link below to share your thoughts. Thank you so much for your support! 💖
👉 https://forms.gle/c15DSzkzbpXhJGbD8
P.S. As a thank you, you'll stay updated on the program and receive more information as it comes together. Let’s make early learning exciting and accessible for all our little learners! 🌈

I'm excited to introduce a new Virtual Preschool program, offering fun and educational video lessons with a resource kit delivered each term. The program includes 10 lessons per term, featuring 1-hour videos and hands-on activities designed to prepare your child for school. We value your feedback as...

21/07/2024

🌟 Exciting Announcement! 🌟

I'm thrilled to share that I will be interviewing the wonderful Tess Lindsay, an expert in early childhood education, on Wednesday, 24th July at 4:30 PM AEST! 🗓️📚

We'll be exploring the topic of school readiness and sharing key insights for parents. This is a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable knowledge to help your child feel confident and excited about starting school! 🎒✨

Date: Wednesday, 24th July
Time: 4:30 PM AEST

To join the live session, make sure to become a member of the private Facebook group, The Preschool Whiz Community. If you're not already a member and would like to join the interview, comment 'me' below and I’ll invite you. Don’t miss out on this valuable discussion! Join us live and feel free to bring your questions for Tess. Let's work together to ensure our children are ready to embark on their educational journey with confidence and joy! 🌈

24/06/2024

Our ready-to-use super-fun Shapes and Measurement Folder Games come with everything children need to play each game. These easy-to-use games let children strengthen essential math skills. The ten activity folders come complete with everything children need for hands-on practice with shapes and measurement, including simple, illustrated instructions so children can work and learn at their own pace. Children simply grab a colour-coded folder and corresponding pouch of game tiles, follow the simple, 3-step instructions to complete the activity then check their own answers for instant reinforcement. Library includes 10 games that let children compare objects, measure with nonstandard units, identify shapes and more—all in a storage box.

Children develop skills in: Sequencing objects by size, measuring using standard and non-standard units, recognising shapes in real-world objects.

The game includes 10 activity folders, 10 sets of tiles, 10 storage pouches and instructions.

Suitable for children aged: 3.5 – 6 years.

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

24/06/2024

Feeding this adorable monkey helps children build fine motor skills in a fun way!
Children build fine motor control, develop eye/hand coordination and more as they help a hungry monkey gobble up treats. Our irresistible game features a super silly monkey with a giant sized mouth plus big, fun to use tweezers designed just for little hands. Children use the tweezers to grab tasty pretend bananas and drop them into the monkey’s mouth and fine tune motor skills with every bite.

Children develop skills in: Pre-writing, building fine motor strength and coordination, eye/hand coordination, counting to 30 and one to one correspondence.

The game includes 1 vinyl ‘hungry monkey’ tray, 1 barrel, 30 bananas and 1 plastic tweezer plus instructions.

Suitable for children aged 3 – 6 years.

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

24/06/2024

Perfect for independent practice, the big box comes with 26 miniatures that help reinforce letter sounds plus a game board printed with uppercase letters. Children simply match each miniature to its corresponding letter on the game board and master the alphabet and letter sounds hands on.

Children develop skills in: Identifying uppercase letters, vocabulary development and associating letters with sound.

The game includes 1 Mystery box, 26 miniatures, an alphabet board and instructions.

Suitable for children aged 4 – 6 years.

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

22/06/2024

The addition game adds tons of excitement to maths practice. The game prompts children to use fun dice poppers to create an addition problem with a sum up to 12, then place the matching number of dog bones on the write & wipe game board. To solve the problem, children just count the bones, then write the answer on the board. When children are done, they simply wipe the board clean then pop the dice again to create tons of new problems.

Children develop skills in: Understanding the relationship between numbers and quantities. Representing addition with objects or equations, relating counting to addition and using strategies to add fluently.

The game set includes 1 write and wipe game board, 1 wipe board marker, 2 dice poppers, 15 plastic bones and instructions.

Suitable for children aged 4 – 6 years.

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

21/06/2024

Educational Toy Library at Mastermind Playground

Hi Everybody,

I’m thrilled to announce the opening of the extraordinary Educational Toy Library for children aged 3-6 years, now available to the wider community here on the Gold Coast!

Turning my passion for children’s educational resources into a reality is incredibly exciting, and I’m delighted to share this with all of you. My mission has always been to create a fun, interactive, and educational environment for young children to learn in. Now, parents can bring these unique learning experiences into their own homes.

What We Offer: The Educational Toy Library is packed with amazing activities for children to explore and enjoy. Our collection includes resources that help build essential skills in Language & Literacy, Maths, and Fine Motor Development. This is a fantastic way for children to learn and play at home, preparing them for school in a fun and engaging manner.

Benefits:
• School Readiness: Develops essential skills that prepare children for school.
• Interactive Games: Offers fun, hands-on learning experiences that keep children engaged.
• Reduces Screen Time: Encourages hands-on, active play.
• Cost-Effective: Access a wide variety of educational toys without the need to purchase each one.
• Family Time: Promotes quality family interaction and learning together.

I’m so excited to offer you all the opportunity to access the Educational Toy Library. Click the link below to start your journey of fun and learning!

educationaltoylibrary.com.au

Enjoy!!!

Lots of love,

Belinda 🙂

21/06/2024

ALPHA-BOTS Transform alphabet practice into action packed play. With just a few twists & turns, these colourful letters transform into super-cool robots that children love. Definitely helps them boost letter skills in an action packed fun way. One of the children’s favourite activity.

Children develop skills in: Alphabet knowledge, hand/eye coordination and fine motor development.

The game includes 26 transforming robots.

Suitable for children aged 3 – 6 years.

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.

21/06/2024

Alphabet Learning Locks are a great way to introduce children to alphabet letter shapes and sounds from A to Z. Children simply choose a key and match it to the letter or to the picture on the lock. When the letters match, the key will turn and the lock will open, providing instant reinforcement and encouragement.

Children develop skills in: Alphabet knowledge, recognising uppercase and lowercase letters and letter-sound correspondence.

The game includes 26 locks with 26 matching keys and instructions.

Suitable for children aged 3.5 – 6 years.

WARNING: CHOKING HAZARD – Small parts. Not for children under 3 years.