Building towers of blocks and containersTypically developing toddlers are able to stack at least 3 small blocks on on top of the other. Building a tower of small blocks requires a steady hand and maneuvering the block so that it is held vertically ready for balancing on the first block. |
Toddlers also enjoy enjoy building towers of tubs, boxes and larger blocks.
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A set of colored wooden building blocks is a basic essentialAs your toddler gets older he or she will get the full benefit of a largish set of building blocks.
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I really like these building blocks
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Large cardboard building blocks are a good investmentYou can buy a ready made set or make your own collection.
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Nesting and stacking toys Cups that can be stackedA set of mugs or tubs that are all the same size allow the toddler to create a tower without needing to make judgments about size. Because the cups fit into each other the task is easier than stacking blocks. |
A set of plastic mugsThis set of plastic mugs are one of my favorite toddler toys. They can easily be nested together. Taking them apart teaches the child to grasp with on hand and pull with the other. They can be used for hiding toys or making towers to be knocked down, scooping and pouring, pretend games. |
A set of nesting cups is essentialFrom a year your toddler will find many different ways to play with a set of simple nesting cups. And over time and with lots of experience the child learns to stack and nest the cups in the right order.
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Nesting boxesYou will get a great deal of use from a sturdy set of colorful nesting boxes.
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These Dado Cubes are a good investment
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