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Learning through play: discover the best toys from Hema
Time to read 3 min
Time to read 3 min
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The Sinterklaas period is just around the corner, an exciting time for most children. But the Sinterklaas celebration can also be quite challenging for parents. Children often become a bit more active, and you also have to think of nice gifts. Toys are often chosen as gifts and are often received enthusiastically, but what if the toys you give as gifts are also educational? Educational toys are the perfect solution for this and Hema has plenty of them in its range. They often provide hours of fun, and at the same time they also help with the development of your children. In this blog you can read all about educational toys and at the end you will also read a number of nice gift tips.
Educational toys aren’t just for fun, they help kids learn. They encourage the development of important skills such as fine motor skills, creative thinking, problem solving and social interaction. These toys are designed to challenge and excite children in a playful way, so they learn through play.
Did you know that Hema also has a wide range of educational toys? They offer fun options such as puzzles, building sets and activity books, with which children learn through play. You can also find other toys, such as craft supplies and dress-up clothes. With the friendly prices at Hema, the toys are also perfect as a shoe gift. Reason enough to take a look!
If you are going to buy fun toys , for example at Hema, it is important to also pay attention to a number of things. For example, take into account the age of the child and choose toys that suit that age. Always check whether the toy is safe, especially for children under the age of three. For example, pay attention to whether it has a CE mark, which indicates that it meets the European safety standards. By keeping these tips in mind, you will make the best choice for your little one!
Educational toys by age group
Babies (0-1 years): In this phase, everything is still about stimuli. Educational toys such as a teething ring, stacking blocks, soft books help develop the sense of touch and hand-eye coordination . It is best to buy baby toys, for example from Hema, in bright colours with different textures, this appeals to the littlest ones the most and stimulates their curiosity.
Toddlers (1-3 years): Toddlers are very inquisitive, curious and are real sponges. Games like shape sorting, wooden puzzles or blocks help to develop their fine motor skills and to understand colors and shapes.
Toddlers (4-6 years): In the toddler phase, learning through play is very important. Think of educational games and building sets, such as LEGO or Kapla. Through these types of toys, toddlers learn to think creatively but also to solve problems. At this age, children also play together more and more and by building something with other children, for example, it also stimulates their social skills.
Children (7-12 years): As children get older, they are often more interested in more complex challenges. Think of science kits, a robot they can program themselves or a craft set. These educational toys are also excellent for the development of older children and offer a good mix of fun and learning.
What are some fun educational Sinterklaas gifts to give? Here are some suggestions:
Puzzle
Think of simple wooden Hema puzzles for the little ones to 3D puzzles for the slightly older children. Puzzles help well in developing logical thinking and spatial insight.
Construction kit
Of course LEGO is always a nice gift, but other construction sets, such as Knex or a metal construction set from Hema, also stimulate creativity and motor skills.
Science kit
[End of text wrapping] For the little scientists, there are now numerous kits available that offer experiments on chemistry, biology and physics. For example, how do you make crystals yourself? How does a volcano work? Or make your own lipsticks. Everything is possible!
Games
Also games like Electro or a board game like Dixit are good gifts, these games are super educational and they also stimulate cooperation and creativity.
