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Written for Hippo Mat™ by Dr Robert Hurford, a neuroscientist with a PhD in Neurology from the University of Oxford, this article explores why early memory development matters, how children begin to form and strengthen memories, and how simple, sensory play with educational toys can support learning in the early years.
How Map Play Helps Children Explore Memory, Routes and Places Children often love maps before they can properly read them. They point at roads. They follow lines with their fingers. They move cars from one place to another. They remember where the park is, where the bridge goes, where the
Choosing the best play mat for toddlers is not just about finding something soft for the floor. The right play mat should feel safe, practical, easy to clean, comfortable in your home, and genuinely useful for everyday imaginative play. This guide explains what parents and gift buyers should look for before choosing a children’s play mat.
Written for Hippo Mat™ by Dr Robert Hurford, a neuroscientist with a PhD in Neurology from the University of Oxford, this article explores why early memory development matters, how children begin to form and strengthen memories, and how simple, sensory play with educational toys can support learning in the early years.
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