Stacking blocks may seem useless since it seems that all the child can do with them is to stack them one by one. Yes, that is exactly what children are supposed to do with stacking blocks. Mind you, they are the simplest yet the most useful amongst any other learning toys in the market.
When kids play with these, they do not need to worry where one should go, or where the other should be attached to. There are no limits, no rules and no instructions, thus, giving the child the freedom to stack them any way he/she wants to. Stacking blocks can stimulate kids' imagination and creativity and at the same time develop their sense of autonomy. With these blocks, they exercise their right to choose without having their moms or dads to decide for them. These materials encourage them to explore and be free.
There is a variety of these toys that are available in the market nowadays: alphabet blocks, shape blocks and even the ever famous block of the 90s, the LEGO. Stacking blocks are very educative and beneficial, provided that they are safe and non-toxic, which is the ultimate consideration in choosing them.
When picking out blocks from the market, be sure to check the paint or the stain of the block. Be sure they do not contain any lead and non-toxic because most likely than not, these blocks would end up in their mouth.
Stacking blocks can be easily stored when not in use, so there is no need to worry when you have these blocks in your day care center.
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