Kids Reading Books: Encourage a Love for Reading with Audiobooks

There are probably hundreds of reasons why a love for reading is one of the greatest gifts a child can receive. It helps to develop an understanding of language and sparks imagination. Contributes to good concentration, social and communication skills, offers a wide variety of knowledge, reduces stress and can contribute to healthy self-esteem. And perhaps most importantly: It is fun – good old-fashioned, long-lasting fun without any screens! In recent years audiobooks have gained in popularity to an extent,…

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Yoto vs Yoto Mini – Which One is Right for You?

Yoto have added a new(ish) player to their family. The Yoto Mini has been on the market for about a year now and it is high time to take a look at the little brother of the Original Yoto Player to see what it can and can’t do. How does it compare to the Yoto Player, where are the differences and which player is the perfect player for you and your family? Yoto vs Yoto Mini: Let’s look at the…

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Yoto Player vs Toniebox: The BIG comparison

In times of screens being literally everywhere, screen-free and child-friendly audio players like the Yotoy Player and the Toniebox are a welcome sight on the market. The idea is simple and yet genius: No screens, easy to work, and portable designs! They both promise to encourage children’s imagination and promote independence. But how do both players compare? Where are their differences and who are they most suitable for? My kids and I have been using them both for quite a…

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Yoto Player Review: Screen-free Audio Fun for All Ages

The Yoto Player is the latest addition to the ever-growing market of screen-free audio players for children. It can’t be denied that there seems to be a certain trend. However, this is a trend that is absolutely worth it! In this blog post, I will give you the ins & outs of this ingenious device and if you decide to buy. The original idea for the Yoto Player, a connected screen-free audio player that could be used independently by children…

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Toniebox & Languages: Raising Bilingual Kids with Stories & Music

I am originally from Germany and have been living in Ireland since 2008. My partner is Irish and our three kids were born here and are Irish. My aim is to raise our children bilingual, which some days works better than others. I’ve been using different tools to keep German and English relevant in our day to day life. One of our favourites is definitely our Toniebox! Read on to find out why we love it so much and how…

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