Wooden blocks are one of the most basic and educational toys around, and these days, they come in so many different shapes, sizes, colors and materials. While there’s nothing wrong with good old wooden blocks, here are a few imaginative, innovative sets of blocks for children (and adults) of all ages.
The Bamboo Contina block set provides an imaginative twist on traditional classroom blocks. These blocks are easy to use vertically or horizontally, and the rainbow of colors far exceed those in other block sets. Plus, Contina blocks are made with natural bamboo and were designed in conjunction with The United Nations Educational, Scientific & Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
[$19.99 at Arsa Toys]
These Wood Stacking Robots by Schylling link and lock in a variety of ways, so the patterns are always different. These unique linking strategies help children to develop critical spatial reasoning and problem solving skills, while having fun along the way. Each set includes 9 robot blocks in a variety of colors, but you will probably want at least two sets to really get creative.
[$11.99 at Arsa Toys]
As I said earlier, there’s nothing wrong with a set of classic wooden blocks. If you’re looking for a traditional set of building blocks, the 100 Wood Blocks Set by Melissa & Doug makes a great starting point. As the name implies, it includes 100 classic wood blocks in a variety of bright colors. These blocks are safe, affordable and a great way to learn basic motor skills.
[$15.99 at Arsa Toys]
For families looking to make environmentally friendly toy selections, Enviro-Blox are the world’s first biodegradable building activity. Not only can you decide the shape of the structure you want to build, but also the shape of the blocks themselves. As an added bonus, the blocks are completely biodegradable after you use them. While they can’t be reused easily, they’re a fun, affordable project for older children.
[$8.99 at Arsa Toys]
