by heatherpatton | May 12, 2022 | Insights
We are always being asked what our selection process is when deciding which toys and activities to include in our Playwise activity box. It’s perhaps the hardest question for us to answer. And here’s why. #1 Staying on trend. We don’t pre-order boxes of toys and then...
by heatherpatton | Feb 11, 2022 | Insights
Worm on a string has been around for decades and trending since 2016. According to Google, they reached an all-time high in 2020 and have now finally come to New Zealand’s shores and into the latest Playwise box! Why Playwise loves them They are wonderfully sensory!...
by heatherpatton | Jan 19, 2022 | Insights
What does play look like today? The technology age we live in today has created a play experience like no other, for our children. On screen time has taken the place of off-screen time Never before have children been able to find endless variety, constant sensory...
by heatherpatton | Jan 19, 2022 | Insights
Jigsaw puzzles are one of the oldest toys still seen in toy stores today, with its origins dating back to the 1760s. But, why are they still around? Why do people love them so much, even in the digital age? Well as an occupational therapist, I can see the appeal....
by heatherpatton | Jan 18, 2022 | Insights
Ever wondered why your child loves screentime more than playtime? Addiction, built in. The creators of various on-screen games know how to make them compelling and use this to their advantage. It is said that they employ psychologists and neuroscientists to build in...
