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It’s exciting to watch a kid fall in love with the culinary arts. When they’re not in the kitchen helping or experimenting with cooking, they’re often drawn to cooking-themed toys, such as play food.

If you’ve ever watched a preschooler play with a Melissa & Doug Water WOW! activity pad, you’re probably well aware of the magic at play. A simple brush of water reveals vibrant colors and hidden ...

Everyone uses their senses to understand the world around them. This is especially true for children who, after birth, rely solely on their senses for knowledge about the world and everything in it.