Do toys and games shape who we'll become?

Have you always wanted to tell us what you think about a topic? Well, now's your chance. Over the summer break you can film yourself answering some of our curliest questions.We've re-released some of our most popular episodes so you can listen and be inspired to tell us what you ...  Show more

Molly’s just an itsy bitsy cutesy spider, but Carl is freaking out! Lots of people are scared of spiders. In fact, people can be scared of a whole range of things you might find surprising, like a fear of clowns or paper or pancakes. But is that OK? 

The launch of a new Lego line specifically for girls brings up the question of gender neutral toys. Should there be different toys for boys and girls?

What a mess! 😮 Time to tidy up! Join Elliot, Cowy and Lisa in a challenge to pick up toy cars, dolls, and teddy bears while counting! Discover more activities, games, and songs that will teach your little one all about collaboration, critical thinking, creativity, and communicat ...  Show more

Have you ever wanted to play with a toy and your friend wanted to play with the exact same toy? What happened next? Did you take turns? Did you get upset with each other? Join us to find out whether Cowy and Elliot can solve this friendship puzzle 😉. Link to episode transcript. ...  Show more

Just in time for toy-buying season, Dr. Barry Kudrowitz, a toy designer and professor of product design at the University of Minnesota, and Dr. Doris Bergen, a professor emerita of educational psychology at Miami University in Ohio, discuss the psychology of toys. What makes some ...  Show more