Interview: Toy company puts the fun back in learning

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Posted December 13, 2013 9:24 am.

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Some may think of computers as the biggest asset in education, but what about good old-fashioned play?

Educational toy company 21 Toys has gone back to basics to put the fun in learning.

Corinne Van Dusen spoke with company founder and lead designer Ilana Ben-Ari, and its chief operating officer, about their company and toys that teach empathy.

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