Colorful building blocks are the simplest, most widely available toys for young children all over the world.  These unassuming blocks are actually very versatile and come with a host of developmental benefits. Besides the joy of building and creating, block play gives children a chance to build mathematics and engineering concepts, and improves their literacy, communication, and storytelling skills.  

Here’s what makes blocks the best investment for children at home as well as in classrooms.

  1. Fine motor and hand-eye coordination
    Simply stacking blocks on top of one another helps young children develop and refine fine motor skills. When toddlers try to pick up a block and manipulate it in their hands, their grasping power develops. Blocks are also powerful tools for strengthening hand-eye coordination when toddlers engage in stacking, building block trains, and using blocks in constructive play.  

    If you are looking to buy your child’s first set of blocks, then BioBuddi Educational blocks are a great choice. Made in the Netherlands from leftovers of sugarcane plants, they are safe for children and safe for the environment.




  2. Enhance mathematics concepts
    Blocks are a great way to teach toddlers about counting, shapes, colors, and patterns. Toy blocks have also been a popular choice of teachers and parents to introduce kids to the concepts of addition, subtractions, multiplications and fractions.  

    Ideal for classrooms or homes, Morphun Junior Rainbow starter kit includes unique side-joining squares and triangles in 7 rainbow colors, long connecting pieces, wheels, and axles- perfect for introducing math concepts to preschoolers.




  3. Develop Engineering skills
    When a block tower topples and blocks fall on the ground, children learn about gravity. As they build higher towers or more complex constructions, children are encouraged to think scientifically- testing hypotheses, reasoning, and coming to conclusions.  

    When playing with educational toys such as Korbo Gears, young children are introduced to the laws of physics in a fun and engaging way. Korbo Gears are inspired by “Think, Build & Spin”, to enable children to build spatial forms and construct moving parts which help them discover principles of mechanics.




  4. Social and Emotional Growth
    This benefit makes block play so important in nurseries and kindergartens. When engaged in block play with others, children learn to take turns, share materials, and develop new friendships. They also get opportunities to become self-reliant and develop self-esteem. 



    Blocks give children a chance to use their imagination, or work together with friends and build something they are proud of. Parents and educators can encourage children to express themselves and speak about their creations. This will strengthen their literacy and storytelling skills.

    Given all of these benefits, every classroom should have a full set of blocks, and children should be given plenty of space and time to explore, express, and create with blocks.