Ewen Finser

Ewen Finser is proud parent of 3 & an avid believer in natural, simplistic toys as a pedagogical tool for inspiring young minds towards creativity!

Common Toxins Found in Kids Toys

Natural Indoor Toys / Ewen Finser

Our children spend a lot of time with their toys and toy safety isn’t just about choking hazards. Despite regulations, some toys still contain harmful chemicals. To put it plainly, there are a lot of mass produced junk toys out there with dubious, if untraceable origins. Parents deserve more transparency about the hidden toxic history […]

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Waldorf vs Montessori Educational Approach

Child Development / Ewen Finser

Waldorf and Montessori are two very popular and fast growing alternative educational philosophies. Both inspire our approach here at Creek to Crescent, finding and recommending holistic, safe, and age-appropriate toys & play activities for discerning parents. That said, Waldorf and Montessori are not the same thing. In fact, they vary in important ways, even if

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