Block play activities for preschoolers

I do my best to offer my children a variety of options to facilitate their play, for example, we have six different kinds of blocks, each with their own unique features. The latest addition to our collection was the foam block. While offering a variety of blocks has its benefits, using each kind of block in different ways offers additional advantages for building math and critical thinking skills. Lately we've been using our foam blocks in some non-traditional ways. Floating Structures All…

Check out this collection of 25 activities using blocks. Build with blocks, sort them, count them, use them in a variety of hands-on activities.

This fun learning activity for preschoolers is SO simple to set up and SO fun to play! Just grab some blocks and tape and we'll show you EXACTLY how to set this up as an engaging math activity for your little one. No worksheet required. :)

This Wooden Blocks Match is a super quick and easy-to-prep activity you can have ready in no time! With just a short list of 3 materials and a one step prep process, you’ll have a fun and exciting matching game done in about…..5 minutes or less. #woodenblocks #toddleractivity

Block play for preschool learning. Perfect for small groups, center time, Breakfast Invitations, and FUN! Build fine motor with these invitations to learn.

Offering the best blocks to support your child's stage of block play helps to ensure a successful building experience. As you familiarize yourself with each of the 7 stages of block play, you will help support your child. Explore the developmental stages of block play from the carrying stage to the complex building stage. Watch them move through each stage as they grow. Have some fun, and encourage your kid's imagination through block play. #stagesofblockplay #discoverybuildingsets

At 'Little Owls Resources' we have created these Challenge cards for children to use with building blocks/bricks. Children look closely at the pattern on the cards and attempt to copy them with the blocks. Ideal for observational skills, consolidating colour knowledge, fine motor control development and communication and language e.g. describing patterns/colours and discussing similarities and differences. Have fun!

Mega Bloks Tetris is a hands-on preschool math activity. Introduce area and volume with a toy we already own!

Grab some colored blocks and colored paper. Have your toddlers or preschoolers sort the blocks onto the colored paper! #toddleractivities | #learningactivitiesfortoddlers | #livelaughilovekindergarten

This Landmarks Around the World encourages children to create new and interesting structures; promoting problem-solving and an interest in the world they live in. The block center provides many learning opportunities for preschoolers. In this center they are learning essential math skills, using their imagination, scientific reasoning, teamwork, motor skill development and more

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Block play for preschoolers is a great way to build creativity and encourage problem solving! Invite children to build with this play prompt.

Need a simple Breakfast Invitation so you can drink your coffee hot? *Gasp!* I got you. Block play is a fantastic way to encourage higher-level thinking, and I am here to tell you why.

Grab the box of blocks and challenge your preschooler to do some new block activities. They may even spark their imagination, too.

My preschooler had a great time with this building block maze! It is an excellent STEM activity that develops critical thinking and problem solving skills.

Pool noodle building blocks are fantastic in the block corner or as loose parts. This is a STEAM activity you will want to try. #poolnoodles #blockplay #looseparts #toyreview ##poolnoodleblocks