Additional research is in the works to more fully understand the benefits of tonies.
To learn more about ongoing research or to discuss research opportunities, please email education.us@tonies.com.
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Research on the educational benefits
Not only is the Toniebox fun, but it also promotes language development, literacy, and socio-emotional learning for young readers and pre-readers. Its screen-free design and library of familiar characters make it a treasure trove for imaginative play, in the classroom and beyond!
FUNdamentally Children Study
A recent study has show that in just four months of using Tonies, children improved on every competency measured – comprehension, language skills, and attention. The study included 100 children aged 2-5 years, and parents were asked to incorporate the Toniebox into their child's routine each day for 12 weeks.
showed improvements in attention.
showed an increase in vocabulary scores.
showed an increase in comprehension scores.
showed an increase in verbal fluency.
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The tonies® Education Account
With a tonies® Education account, tax exempt organizations receive discounted pricing and free shipping on orders. State or federal funding may be available. To learn more, email education.us@tonies.com For account setup, please include billing contact, shipping address, and a copy of your tax exemption certificate.
Email education.us@tonies.comGiving with tonies®
tonies® is dedicated to giving back to local communities, and offer Imagination Grants based on need, creativity, and advocacy.
For more information on Imagination Grants, please email education.us@tonies.com.
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