Creating walls, houses, buildings, bridges or any other architectural work is as challenging as it is fun for kids. Depending on their age, stacking toys for children will vary in size and difficulty. But they will always bring many benefits for the development of the little ones. Continue reading “What are the benefits of stacking toys?” »

There are so many benefits when it comes to stacking toys for babies. From developing their hand-eye coordination to encouraging early problem-solving skills, you can’t go wrong with this kind of toy. Some even come with nesting abilities to add to their versatility. We’re going to go over the best stacking toys for babies and show you how to choose the right ones. Continue reading “Best Baby Stacking Toys That Help Cognitive Development” »

We can all easily recognize the big skills emerging—walking, talking—but in between, there is a more nuanced progression happening in your toddler’s brain. These cognitive connections are the building blocks for the more obvious “milestones.” Stacking, nesting, and matching are three specific skills that develop as your toddler’s brain grows. Continue reading “When can babies do stacking rings?” »

Blocks are perhaps the most basic kinds of toys, but they’re anything but boring. Blocks are universally entertaining, but while your little one discovers the joys of building and stacking, they’re also learning a lot. In addition to improving motor skills, playing with blocks also enhances problem-solving abilities. Continue reading “How does stacking toys help develop fine motor skills?” »

Stacking toys – Oh how I love thee! Let me count (and stack) the ways. Don’t be deceived – these seemingly simple toys pack a big punch when it comes to early learning development. How does stacking/nesting improve fine motor and language skills? Continue reading “Why are stacking toys good for babies?” »

Many early childhood educators believe that every classroom should have a full set of unit blocks, assorted props tied to children’s current interests and experiences, open storage shelves, and plenty of space and time to build and rebuild invented and familiar structures. Continue reading “What skills does building blocks develop?” »