“The more passive the toy, the more active the play.”
After spending an arm & a leg on presents, parents are often frustrated and baffled to find their child enjoying the cardboard box the toy came in more than the toy itself. But, have you ever wondered why this happens?
Our children’s minds were designed to LEARN, EXPLORE, DISCOVER and CREATE. To test ideas and find answers, to try and try again until they find a solution that works. Children are hard-wired for this and crave opportunities where they can let their growing minds run wild.
I once heard that giving a child a mechanical toy is like playing for them. Crazy, right?
Let’s talk about open ended toys, what it means & why they’re so beneficial.
https://mybrainblox.com/blogs/news/why-open-ended-toys-are-so-good-for-growing-kids
