Why you should choose wooden toys
We all want the best for our children, but what are the best toys? When you go shopping in physical stores or online, you are overwhelmed with choices. Your child may initially be most attracted to the most expensive and/or eye-catching toys, while the "classic" wooden toys may not be seen. Still, it can be interesting to choose these classic wooden toys.
Why wooden toys?
We see all kinds of toys come along over the years, however, wooden toys never go out of style. It doesn’t get a lot of publicity, but it has been used for generations. There are many digital hypes of plastic toys, which also quickly go out of style, where wooden toys are timeless.
There are many reasons why you can choose wooden toys, not only for your child but also for the environment. Wooden toys are more sustainable because they create less waste than plastic toys. They are biodegradable and sometimes even made from sustainable wood. When wooden toys are of good quality, they also do not contain PVC or similar chemicals that can be found in plastic toys.
Creative Toys
Playing with wooden toys is very educational for children. Research has shown that simple wooden toys work well for children's imagination. Imagine your child playing with wooden blocks, your child can stack these in the shape of a house, zoo, building or anything else your child can think of.
Often popular and eye-catching toys end up being less educational for your child. These are usually toys with an electronic add-on that leave little room for creativity. This can even hinder your child's development. Excessive stimulation through toys can cause a negative impact on the brain, making it more difficult to think critically.
Wooden toys for babies
Even the littlest ones can enjoy wooden toys. For them, it’s especially important to foster creativity and let their imagination flourish with wooden toys. Are those first steps just around the corner? A wooden baby walker can support your child in a safe and fun way. This colorful walker is also great entertainment even if the first steps haven’t been taken yet. Make music on the xylophone or spin the gears! A wooden marble run is also perfect for babies. The marbles with cheerful animal prints and the built-in xylophone ensure joyful, musical playtime.
Wooden kitchen toys
A wooden play kitchen encourages children to spark their imagination and explore curiosity about the real world. But what’s a play kitchen without accessories? A great addition to your play kitchen is a wooden cutting set. Chop up a variety of fruits and vegetables to prepare the most delicious dishes for your family. You can easily start over by reattaching the pieces with the Velcro. Hours of fun await with this delightful playset!
So are only wooden toys good for my child?
No, don’t worry. There are pros and cons for every material type of toy. Wooden toys are generally good for your child's creativity and development. It has been popular for generations which makes it a very timeless toy.
