Gifts For Kids

After the last post, with its high-tech Lego kits, I thought it would be appropriate to address the younger kids’ building experiences. I mean, if you’re looking for a gift for a toddler, or just above, then you could even go for something simpler than Lego blocks.

In fact, the most popular blocks sets sold on Amazon is this delightful set by Melissa and Doug -

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With the high standard of all Melissa and Doug’s products, and the natural wood gorgeous blocks, this one is a sure winner with children and parents a link. The attractive box makes sure the blocks have a good storage box, uncluttered and appealing.

As for the benefits of this wonderful game, allow me to quote from Amazon’s description -

Wooden blocks have been around for centuries and make an excellent tool to teach basic math concepts, organizational skills, sequential skills, and spatial relations. It is no surprise that blocks are found in almost every pre-school and kindergarten classroom. Youngsters become the architect of their own world as they fit pieces together to form their vision. This open-ended play set stimulates creativity and hones basic motor skills.

The Green Angle

I don’t know much about the origins of the product, and where the wood it’s made of comes from. However, this being wood, it certainly has a green feel to it - it is definitely degradable and thus less contaminating to the planet. More importantly, these sturdy classic blocks aren’t likely to be thrown away too soon. This is almost a family heirloom, a classic that will last for more than one generation.