Gift Ideas to Foster Open-Ended Play

posted 12/2/21 -- The best way to describe open-ended toys are those that can be used 100+ different ways and in infinite possibilities. Open-ended toys don’t light up, play cute songs and are not used for singular type of use.

Children don’t tire of open-ended toys. They spark brain-boosting skills that will serve them well in school and life. Children are using their imagination, creativity, vision and patience. Let’s not forget their trial and error and problem solving skills.

Great Open-Ended Gift Ideas:

 

• Wooden Blocks, Duplo, Legos, Magna Tiles, Gears
• Baby Dolls & Accessories (stroller, bottle, etc.)
• Wooden Doll House with furniture and people
• Toy cars & track to build
• Play-doh
• Art Materials (paper, crayons, glue, scissors, etc.)
• Dress Up & Role Play Items (costumes, tea set, doctor kit, pretend school or restaurant)
• Animal Figurines
• Play Fort Kits / Playhouses
• Musical Instruments

 

Let’s not forget a great book is also a wonderful gift idea!