Toys that teach

Don’t forget about the toys that make a real learning difference for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. They may not seem as “cute, cool or fun” but they sure develop your little one’s brain power because she is working the toy and the toy isn’t working for her. Here are my favorites and how they help your child.

Nesting blocks or cups
Nesting blocks or cups are a way to develop problem solving skills and the beginning of learning math concepts like size and shape. Best of all, they last for years of fun as your baby will love them well into kindergarten.

 

 

Blocks for babies and toddlers Blocks can be the best teaching toy you provide your little one. Children learn about cause and effect, measurement, problem solving, trial and error, taking turns, language skills and so much more from building blocks. Make sure your baby, toddler and preschooler has blocks on his/her shelf more real learning play.

 

 

Shape sorter Develop your child’s problem solving abilities, fine motor muscle control and shape identification skills for years with this fun toy. Learning has never lasted for so long.

 

 

Rainbow stacker Let baby discover how fun measurement and math can be with a rainbow tower fun stacker. Toys don’t have to cost a lot of money to be fun and educational. We love real wood toys and this is a great pick.