Building Toys

Building toys are toys that have pieces that are linked together or piled on top of each other to create various objects. Think Lego or think blocks.

These toys are popular not only to children because many adults find playing with these toys not only entertaining but also mentally stimulating. There are many kinds of building toys today and a few examples are ABC blocks, animal blocks, wooden blocks, cardboard blocks and even rainbow blocks.

Parents buy building toys not only because it can be enjoyed by the whole family but because these toys bring out creativity in a child. These toys also hone logic and critical thinking skills. So, not only imagination is developed but also mental acuity in a growing child’s mind. Being that it is a good exercise for the left and right side of the brain, these toys are ubiquitous not only at homes, but also in schools, daycare centers and the likes.

Lincoln Logs – The Classic Toys

Lincoln Logs has been around since 1916. This building toy can be considered as the pioneer of its kind. Lincoln Logs came from the imaginative mind of John L. Wright who happened to be the son of the famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Lincoln Logs are actually miniature logs with notches in their...

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Tinker Toys

If your child is tired of colorful blocks, Tinker Toys will be something refreshing to his eyes and imaginative brain. This building toy is pretty unique. It differs itself from the usual blocks because instead of squares and rectangles, Tinker Toys come with colorful sticks and round connectors. ...

Rokenbok Balls

When you look at them, they are just red and blue balls with slits. But do not underestimate the power of these Rokenbok balls because they happen to be the key players in building a Rokenbok construction universe. These balls are a must-have in creating your kids’ Rokenbok Empire. The more Rokenbok...

Animal Blocks

Animal blocks come in pieces of animal parts, which when put together will form a giraffe, zebra, lion, etc. These parts are also colored and have drawings to depict a certain animal. Animal blocks are attractive to a child because a child’s imagination is always captured by animals. A child will also...

Wooden Blocks

Wooden blocks are a kind of toy, which are wonderfully durable and educational. It is usually made of wood and can also be bought with different rattling sounds. So that when children group shapes and form designs they will also be blending sounds and colors! It can also be bought with designs such...

Unit Blocks

Unit blocks are standardized pieces of wooden toy blocks that are used in kindergarten or preschools. It is popularly used by the Montessori Method of teaching. In fact, unit blocks are also called standard unit blocks or kindergarten blocks.

Soft Blocks

Soft blocks are made of very soft materials, usually foam and vinyl. They can be used by children as young as 12 months old. Children about this age love the soft feel and are comforted by having something soft embrace their body. They can squeeze them, grasp it and pinch and they can even roll with...

Light Blocks

Cardboard blocks are blocks of various shapes made from cardboard, often the lightweight but durable kind. To grab children’s attention, they are also brightly colored. They are also varied in sizes and children love to play with them. It is just as popular with adults because it not only gives them...

Construction Blocks

Construction blocks are blocks that are packaged to create a design. All the pieces or blocks, when formed, will together make a miniature truck, boat, airplane or an airport. The box already contains a picture of what these block pieces will look like after they were put together. Some boxes have a...

Erector Building Sets

“Building sets” is the general term used for a toy category. Any toy that you use to “build” different models is considered a building set. Famous brands in this category are Lego, Mega Blocks and K’nex. But before these brands became household names, boys were already playing with Erector...

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