Why Ramps Belong in Every Block Play Area

Why Ramps Belong in Every Block Play Area

If you’ve ever watched a group of children building with blocks, you’ve probably noticed that eventually the play starts to move. A tower becomes a parking garage. A city becomes a raceway. A bridge suddenly...
Sensory Feedback: The Foundation of Self-Regulation Through Play

Sensory Feedback: The Foundation of Self-Regulation Through Play

Self-regulation isn’t taught through a lesson plan; it is discovered through the hands. When children engage with materials that offer physical feedback, they begin to understand the relationship between their movements and the world around...
Curiosity is the Curriculum: Setting Intention for a Play-based 2026

Curiosity is the Curriculum: Setting Intention for a Play-based 2026

At Kodo, we believe curiosity isn’t a distraction from learning. It IS learning. From the earliest years, a child’s brain is wired to wonder. When kids ask questions, explore through play, and follow what fascinates...
Four Powerful Ways to Teach Environmental Science in Early Childhood

Four Powerful Ways to Teach Environmental Science in Early Childhood

Early childhood is the perfect time to spark curiosity about the natural world. By focusing on four key environmental science concepts, Connections, Change, Impact, and Solutions, teachers can create a meaningful environment to guide children...
Building Stronger Connections Between School and Home

Building Stronger Connections Between School and Home

In every classroom, materials matter. We believe deeply in the benefits that come from high-quality, open-ended materials. But just as important as what happens in the classroom is the connection between school and home–and building...
Building Skills Through Play: How Kodo Materials Support Whole-Child Development

Building Skills Through Play: How Kodo Materials Support Whole-Child Development

In early childhood classrooms, play isn’t a break from learning, it is learning. From visual tracking and fine motor development to social-emotional growth and early literacy, our tools engage children in experiences that align with their...
Building Belonging Through Play: Our Partnership with The Third Place for Kids

Building Belonging Through Play: Our Partnership with The Third Place for Kids

At Kodo Kids, we’ve always believed in the transformative power of play. Not just any play, but play that is intentional, inclusive, and designed to celebrate the uniqueness of every child. That’s why our partnership...
Bringing Computational Thinking to Life with Learning Beautiful

Bringing Computational Thinking to Life with Learning Beautiful

At Kodo Kids, we believe children are natural problem solvers. Whether they’re stacking blocks, arranging loose parts, or telling stories in sequence, early play is filled with moments that mirror computational thinking. What is Computational...
Rolling into Literacy: Ramps, Construction Play, and Mighty, Mighty Construction Site

Rolling into Literacy: Ramps, Construction Play, and Mighty, Mighty Construction Site

At Kodo Kids, we believe in creating hands-on experiences that inspire curiosity, problem-solving, and a love of learning. One of our favorite ways to integrate literacy with STEM exploration is by pairing engaging stories with...