Tuesday, December 30, 2008

KAPLA Wooden Building Sets - Innovative Building Blocks which Stimulate Imagination and Creativity


Children love to be creative; they experience and imagine new games and activities, they discover and learn new things every day which stimulates all their wonderful imagination. One type of activity that does wonders for developing a child’s creativity and motor skills are constructions toys and building toys. This type of games and toys challenge children and stimulates the child’s eye-hand coordination and opens up the doors to new concepts and ideas. Building toys are also perfect for playing with friends helping your child learn other important concepts like sharing and teamwork. There are many different types of building toys that are used by parents and teachers to develop and stimulate a child’s brain and building blocks seem to work great.
An incredible and innovative building toy featured at 1888Toys.com is the KAPLA Wooden Building and Construction Sets. These wooden sets are made from the highest quality renewable and sustainable Marine Pine Wood from the Bordeaux region of France. With this incredible building set children will be able to build almost anything they can think of; cars, trains, robots, boats and even dragons are just some of the many incredible creations that are waiting to be made. With so many different things to build, this wooden planks set will prove to keep your child entertained for years as they learn and build more and more complex items further developing and expanding their knowledge and skills. This high quality wooden building block set is so entertaining that it can even be used by teens and adults making it great for a family activity. Included in the set are hard covered books with the different types of constructions that can be made. Because the sets allow many children to play at once, they have become a must at schools, daycares, clinics etc...
Even though building toys and building blocks have changed a lot either becoming more challenging, creative or fun, they will never stop educating and entertaining our children as an important part of growing up.



Waiting Room Toys and Activity Wall Panels Such as Busy Train Panel, Create a Pleasant Experience in Any Clinic or Office


There are many interesting types of toys out there and among them are waiting room toys. These types of toys are strictly designed and made to keep your children in a relaxed and entertained mood while waiting for an appointment or anything else for that matter. Whatever the situation, waiting room toys play an important part of keeping order without children actually feeling it. When choosing the right reception room toy, try considering the space and the amount of children that enter this area before making a decision. One toy that is the real hit for any pediatric office, dental clinic or child activity center is the Busy Train Activity Wall Panel.
The Busy Train Activity Wall Panel is perfect for all types of waiting rooms. The toy includes 5 separate wall panels that can be connected forming one large train or the individual entertainment centers can be placed in different areas creating a spread out play area. The 5 panels create a wonderful and comfortable environment for interactive play with other children which can improve your child’s social skills. This wall mounted toy is filled with bright and colorful characters. Playing with this panel toddlers will be exposed to new and different designs keeping them entertained for a longer period of time; this is great for creating the time you may need to close a deal, make a sale or just keep children patient. The greatest part about this waiting room activity panel is that each individual panel is actually made and set up to be educational and developmental; by merely playing, children can improve dexterity, memory, and coordination. This makes it a great activity for any child and will give parents peace of mind; this will create a pleasant experience for parents and hopefully create return business. With this Busy Train Activity Wall Panel, clean up is also practically nonexistent; each separate panel, although detachable from each other, does not have any detachable pieces; this also makes the toy safer for children of different ages that might be entering.
As you can see, this educational wall panel toy is great for any waiting room but it is not the only option; at 1888Toys.com you will find a great variety of pediatric office toys, dental clinic toys or doctor office toys, perfect for your situation.



Wednesday, December 24, 2008

Season Greetings From 1888Toys.com

As we “wrap-up” another great year, it is important to look back on what has occurred and remember those who have helped out and made a difference in your life. Here at 1888Toys.com we have experienced significant growth and feel great about this pass year’s events. We would like to show our sincere gratitude and appreciation to all our faithful customers and business partners for helping us reach where we are today. We look forward to 2009 and wish you and your families the very best in the upcoming year. From the entire team at 1888Toys.com, we would like to wish you a Merry Christmas and an even Happier New Year!!!

Best Wishes,
1888Toys.com


Friday, December 12, 2008

Marionettes String Puppets and Hand Puppets are Extremely Helpful in Your Child’s Development


When it comes to entertainment, adults are very hard to please, but not children. Children can virtually have fun with almost everything, including rocks, boxes or a simple rubber ball. What’s most fascinating is that by merely playing with these items, children can actually learn and build skills that will help them in the future.
Other toys that people don’t generally relate to as an educational or developmental activity are hand puppets and marionettes. Believe it or not, puppets and marionettes are extremely helpful in your child’s development and are even used to entertain grownups today. If you think about it, this type of toy is actually a complete developmental package. As your children laugh and play with puppets, they usually tend to create stories where the character puppet has a name, personality and even a voice. This is a great way for your child to stimulate their creativity and imagination. Animal marionettes and string puppets take it a step further by also involving your children to have to physically coordinate their motions to bring the toys to life. These toys can also be used by many children at once creating a magical world and a puppet show for many children to play, teaching them the correct values for playing with others like sharing and teamwork.
One very popular classic marionette is the Pinocchio Wooden Marionette Puppet. This great toy brings this wonderful character to life and is full of bright colors to stimulate your child’s senses and encouraging pretend play activities. At 1888toys.com there is a large variety of different puppets and marionettes. These puppets come in many different sizes and themes making it a wonderful gift for any child. This Christmas, consider giving your child something they will truly love that will also help them develop their skills and imagination in a safe and creative way.



Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Baby Toys and Baby Gifts which are Safe, Fun and Educational!


In many cases, society today directly relates how expensive something is to true value. When it comes to children you'll find many people making this same mistake; it's not always about the most expensive and dazzling, sometimes a simpler more creative approach is necessary. When buying children toys and baby gifts, parents should look at value from a developmental and educational point of view. Another thing to consider is your child's safety; teaching your children is important, but doing it in a safe manner is even more important. Great examples of developmental activities that help children are sports. Sports physically improve the movement and coordination between different parts of your body, while improving your health and stimulating a child's creativity, memory and problem solving skills. The problem is that most sports are dangerous until a certain age.
Today, there are wonderful toys that allow children to take advantage of the entire benefits sports offer in an environment suitable and safe for babies and toddlers. One of these great toys is the Jungle Pal Skittle Bowling Game. This educational game for children is perfect for improving your child's eye-hand coordination. The soft texture of the bowling 'pin-like' soft animal figures will teach your children the names and colors of certain animals as well as developing other senses like hearing thanks to the small bell inside the soft 'bowling ball'. Winning, losing, waiting your turn, working in teams; these are all great examples of the different emotions and skills your children can also learn through playing with this toy. Personally, I consider the best part of this toy is how safe and fun it is for children and all family.
Find all sorts of unique baby toys and baby shower gifts at 1888toys.com and give your child a truly valuable toy that will help them grow and become better prepared for the future.

Wooden Rocking Chairs for Kids are always a Wonderful Choice as a Present for Boys and Girls


If you think about it, when you were a kid, the most memorable Christmases are usually those that had the best gifts. Needless to say, children love presents, but not all presents are as cherished, used or remembered as others. Thinking back at all the toys I received as gifts on birthdays and during Christmas time, the simpler more useful and challenging toys are the ones I can remember. Believe it or not, new plastic toys that have flashy colors, lights and sounds that merely entertain your child for a few hours are forgotten within months, even weeks. To leave a lasting impression on a child, this Christmas, choose a classic toy that is truly different, useful and fun.
Rocking chairs and rockers for children are always a wonderful choice as a Christmas present for any little boy or girl. Parents and other adults sometimes don’t realize everything a rocking chair can do for a child. A unique, fun and stylish option for your child this Christmas is the Firefighter Fire Engine Rocker. This incredible rocking chair can help your child with basic movement, improve their imagination and creativity through hours of pretend play fun and even starts to teach children the basics of fire safety. Aside from entertaining this rocking chair for kids is completely safe with smooth rounded corners and finished with a non toxic paint giving your peace of mind as your child play! This beautiful hand crafted and hand painted rocker will have your little fire fighter rocking away for a long time.
Like all the toys at 1888toys.com, this unique wooden Firefighter Fire Engine Rocker is made to not only be fun, stylish and unique, but also educational, helping in your child’s development. The great quality of this wooden rocking chair will allow your family to pass it down through generations educating and pleasing your family’s future young ones.

Wednesday, December 3, 2008

Christmas Religious Gift for Kids - Nativity Puzzle - Educates and Entertains Children of All Ages


The season of joy and giving is upon us! This means heavy spending and a lot of gift giving for everyone, especially parents. With so many choices for gifts you would think buying one would be easy but for parents, choosing the right gift can be a nightmare if not prepared. Many factors come into play when buying gifts for children; safety, true value and durability are just some of the things you might have to consider before actually making a purchase. No matter what the situation, at 1888Toys.com, we can help you find that perfect gift. The unique Christmas gifts for kids category found at our website offers just some of the many great children toys and furniture sets that would make a great gift this holiday season.
One of the toys in this category that caught my attention was the Nativity Wooden 3D Puzzle. This puzzle is a wonderful religious gift idea for child. Wooden puzzles are wonderful educational toys and help children develop eye-hand movement and your child’s thought process and problem solving skills. With this chunky colorful puzzle, children will receive all of the developmental value from the puzzle and also will learn more about the history of Christmas and other traditional religious beliefs. This beautiful wooden kids’ puzzle is the perfect size for playing on tables and the best thing is that once the puzzle is ready, the wonderful colors and quality of this toy can transform the Nativity Wooden 3D Puzzle into a beautiful Christmas ornament for any room in the house.
Compared to the price of other more expensive and less beneficial toys, this puzzle is truly a great all around deal and would make a great Christmas gift. This puzzle is just of many wooden kids puzzles that you can find at 1888Toy.com. This Christmas, before running out to the store and waiting in long, boring, time-consuming lines, try checking out this wooden puzzle along with the rest of the toys at this great site.

Friday, November 28, 2008

Wooden Play Kitchen Toys, Prove To Be a Wonderful Present for Any Child for Any Occasion


Kids love opening up Christmas presents. Large Christmas gifts usually get more attention at first making it is easy to see the relationship between the size of the gift and the happiness on their face. Whenever kids see a large box wrapped up as a present, the excitement and joy literally jumps right off their face. Unfortunately, big boxes don’t necessarily mean highly beneficial, practical or valuable. At such a young age, children are not really thinking about true quality and value of a product, that’s our job. As parents, there are many options to choose from and it’s important to make the right one, because they will have a lasting influence on your child and his friends. A large toy that has the box size to wow your kid and will also teach and entertain them more than other toys is the Deluxe Lets Cook Kitchen!
This beautiful kitchen play set includes everything found in a regular kitchen helping children learn what these appliances are and how they are used; the best thing about the Deluxe Lets Cook Kitchen is that all these different machines form part of one toy making clean up a breeze. This wooden pretend play kitchen is truly great for getting children ready for real life activities; not only will children learn how to use these cooking instruments in a safe environment but other tools like, spatulas and even a telephone are included providing an all around real life experience. You probably never thought about this, but even the different colors found in the set will help them learn and memorize colors for other activities.
This toy will prove to be a wonderful and unique Christmas present as well as a great addition to your child’s toy collection. There a number of different kitchen toy playsets offered at 1888Toys.com that are also highly beneficial and would also make a great gift for any child.

Manipulative Wooden Stacking Toy - Bark and Stack Wooden Stacker - Affordable Baby Gift to Consider


Helping a baby develop is not easy. There are many factors to consider when deciding what’s best for your child and this includes what toys you are buying your baby, or any baby for that matter. Safety is usually the first thing to consider which is followed by the toy’s benefits; this is where choosing the right toy can become difficult. There are so many options and making the wrong one can cause the child to be uninterested and probably upset; all this without mentioning that you’ll end up wasting money since your baby will more than likely not be playing with it.
But not to worry, at 1888toys.com you can find a wonderful variety of baby toys and presents like the Bark and Stack Wooden Stacker. This wooden baby toy will prove to be fundamental in your child’s skills and brain development. To start, with this stacker, safety is not a factor to worry about. All the pieces of Bark and Stack Wooden Stacker are safely coated and sized to prevent accidents. Another great feature of this unique stacker is that it is topped off with a soft puppy that actually makes the playing experience even more interactive; as your child stacks the beautiful rings, he will also be able to squeeze the puppy which will bark back at your child. This unique feature will stimulate the child’s hearing helping them identify the noise and directly relate it to a puppy. Not only does the wooden stacking toy improve eye-hand coordination and stimulate a baby’s hearing, this unique stacker will also stimulate the child’s memory helping them recognize colors and shapes for the future. Because of its size, this stacker is perfect for a baby’s hands making it a perfect companion for your child’s beginning years.
At 1888Toys.com, there is a wonderful variety of educational baby toys that are worth looking at as potential baby gifts with truly developmental value.

Religious Gifts and Toys, Biblical Puppets and Bible Board Games Teach Children Religious Values and Beliefs


As a child grows up, there are many things they have to learn. Reading, writing, standing and eventually walking are all examples of different things we learn as we grow; but these are not the only type of activities that require teaching and learning. As parents, we know there many other things that we must teach our children about life, themselves and their family. One of those topics is religion, a very sensitive topic avoided by most educational institutions wherever you go today. In some families, religion can play and important role in forming who they are and also set the ethical pillars that help guide them and their children through life. With this in mind, it is important to teach your child these thoughts and beliefs at a young age if possible, but keeping your child’s attention can be quite difficult without help.
At 1888Toys.com, we have a variety of religious gifts and faith-enriching toys to help in this situation. One of those products is the Bible Hand Puppet that is easy to use for both adults and kids and just in case you want to create a more interactive learning experience, you can also add the matching Bible Talk Christian Puppet Skits Script. With the help of this script, you’ll be able to create a magical world for your child ideal for learning the wonderful stories, writings and their messages. This great script is full of great information and even includes a CD with all the scripts and sound effects for an even more interactive environment. The script is written by a very well known establish professional in this field.
Religious Gifts and Toys for Children will prove to be very useful when teaching your children religion. Biblical puppets, bible board games and even Noah’s Ark rocking chair are all valuable tools that are easy to find right here at 1888Toys.com.

Classic Handmade Wooden Train Makes Unique Memorable Christmas Gift Ever!


Even though there are so many toys out there as options for Christmas presents, it seems that getting unique Christmas gift for children is not getting any easier. As adults we must consider many other things before actually choosing a toy and in many cases you’ll find that new toys does not always mean better. The beauty and craftsmanship of handmade wooden toys truly makes these toys live on making them classics.
While on the subject of classic handmade wood toys, wooden train sets and car toys have been entertaining children for centuries. Kids can literally spend hours, pulling along a wonderful train set that is also helping them expand their imagination. At first thought, you wouldn’t consider a wooden train set as an educational toy, but in fact, it is one of the most beneficial toys children can play with; children pull and push their beautiful train around helping them develop physical strength and mobility. While they play with the train set, their probably imagining their inside an imaginary world where your child is the train conductor and many exciting scenarios are possible like a train heist or just being in a rush keep to deliver important items on their train.
At 1888toys.com you will find an incredible 6 foot long handmade solid wood Train Set, which will keep your children and their children wowed and entertained for years. This toy train set is made from the highest quality wood right here in the USA; what’s even more incredible is the time and dedication the manufacturers gave this handmade wooden toy. The craftsmanship on this work of art is something that should truly be admired. The best feature of this beautiful train set is the fact that it comes equipped with many other toys like two mini cars and a crane for even more hours of pretend play.
This classic wooden train set will give your child all the fun and benefits other fancier and possibly dangerous train sets would and more. This Christmas consider going for a classic and watch this train set last a life time as this toy proves to be a wonderful heirloom for all the children in your family to enjoy.

Friday, November 14, 2008

Toddler Beds and Toddler Cots Offer Smooth Transition from Baby Crib and Just Perfectly Sized for Your Child


In my opinion, the transition from sleeping in a cradle to sleeping in your own bed is an important moment in any child’s life. Cribs are designed for babies at the age where they can barely move around and are still completely dependent on adults for absolutely everything. That’s why they are made to protect children from falling and some are even entertaining; at this age children spend most of the time staring up at the sky looking up at anything and if for whatever reason they are moving, it surely isn’t walking.
Once your child starts walking and outgrows the crib, the next logical step is for the child to start sleeping in a bed, but not all beds are right for your toddlers. At this age, even though they’re always moving around and are filled with energy and curiosity, things are still out of proportion which can complicate things.
This is why at 1888Toys.com you will find a collection of children sized beds like the Traditional Toddler Bed; handcrafted from high quality wood, right here in the USA. This beautiful toddler bed will make their rest area the correct size helping your child feel more comfortable with his surroundings. Having a bed specially sized for your toddler at such a young age is important for the safety and well being of your child; ordinary beds are much taller and in a case your child were to roll off, this could cause your child to be hurt and become afraid of sleeping alone or in a bed possibly creating problems for your child to outgrow his crib. With these Made in USA solid wood toddler beds,there is no need to worry; the bed’s practical design has a low clearance from the ground and features effective roll out protection on all four sides. Not only will your child be protected from falling, your child will also begin to feel a little more mature and capable. This is important in establishing your child’s confidence in his surrounding himself and in you as a parent.
At 1888Toys.com you will find a complete variety of painted toddler beds perfectly sized and specifically made just for your little ones.



Inexpensive Unique Christmas Present for Toddlers - Shape Sorter Wooden Toy Rollercoaster


For children and toddlers, Christmas time is usually the happiest moment of the year, except maybe birthdays. During this time of the year, people are happy and filled with a loving and giving mood, thus meaning lots of good food and presents! As adults, there are many different toys out there to choose from as a Christmas present for kids , but not all toy shopping needs to be so complicated. Babies and toddlers are easier to shop for, because they are at an age where the simplest of toys will entertain and benefit them much more than other complex push button toys; at this age, these toys can be counterproductive in the development of your child’s brain. In this case, a better choice for a toy will help the child learn different colors and shapes and improve motor skills.
One toy that would prove to be a great pick as a unique Christmas gift for a toddler is the Shape Sorter Wooden Toy Rollercoaster. The beautiful flower rollercoaster will entertain your child, improve their motor skills and at the same time get your children to start recognizing shapes and colors. The toy will also start teaching your children basic counting as they place the different sorting cubes into the wooden sorter which prepares them for preschool. Our team at 1888Toys.com has carefully chosen the toys on our site guaranteeing that they are made child-safe and free of toxins. The toys unique combination is also very practical making this toy a great buy for parents on a budget. This manipulative toy for motor skills development is just one of the many great unique Christmas gifts that you can find for any toddler in your life at 1888Toys.com.
Whatever toy you do purchase, this holiday season remember the importance of picking out a toy that is beneficial and appropriate for the child’s age and needs.

Tuesday, November 11, 2008

Imaginative Fabric Play Sets and Pretend Play Soft Toys are Wonderful Alternatives to Simple Storytelling


Growing up, we were told stories all the time. At school, at home, and all other places for that matter, grownups all tried to tell these stories because most of them would share a hidden message and try to promote good values. The problem with some of the kids, like in my case, is that I found it very hard to stay focused on what the story teller was saying. Eventually I would wonder off inside my head, or start following the butterfly flying right outside the window; whatever I did, it sure did not involve paying attention to what the person in front of the class or right next to me were saying. It’s not that what they were saying was unimportant or not interesting, it’s just that nothing else about the person was keeping my attention; in my case, I would just prefer and respond to more visually stimulating activities.

With the innovative and imaginative fabric play sets found at 1888Toys.com, telling these stories has gotten so much easier. The Goldilocks and Three Bears Read and Play Fabric Set is a great example of what I am talking about. An all-time favorite story brought to life! The playset includes Goldilocks, papa bear, mama bear, and baby bear, a storybook and a charming fabric house with furniture. This toy is a wonderful way for your children to expand their imagination. The pretend play fabric set is a great option for parent looking for new creative ideas in getting their kids interested in reading. Goldilocks and 3 Bear Play Set won the Oppenheim Toy Portfolio Gold Award in 1999. The true craftsmanship, time and dedication given to the toy, is truly remarkable.

Pretend play and imaginative play is an important part of the child development process, so this fabric toy is a wonderful option to traditional board games and storytelling. Check out the rest of the imaginative play sets collection at 1888Toys.com.

Activity Wall Panels - Smart Space-Saving Toys for Waiting Rooms, Hospitals and Homes


Parents know that keeping children interested is not all that easy, so the constant search for fun, educational and safe activities is on. For other adults that have daily encounters with children, this might require some outside of the box thinking. Making a room fun and exciting for a child can be challenging but it is a good way to keep children active, calm and constantly learning. There are many toys you can try, like activity tables and building blocks but these toys might take up floor room necessary for other things. That is why wall mounted activity panels are such an interesting concept.
Wall activity panels are ideal for any room in need of space for a child play area; this means that they are perfect for daycare centers, schools, hospitals, reception areas of any business, pediatric waiting rooms and even making your child’s bedroom more interesting and interactive. Whatever the case, wall panels are fun, entertaining, colorful and educational like the Sea Life Pathfinder Wall Panel; this toy will keep multiple children having fun and learning the names and shapes of different sea animals while improving their dexterity skills and eye-hand coordination. Another wall panel that is truly educational is the Number Puzzle Activity Wall Panel; this panel brings the classic handheld number puzzle to a large full size version that will have your children analyzing and developing problem solving skills along with basic counting skills. Because these toys allow for several children to play at the same time, other values and skills are also learned like sharing and teamwork. And as for parents, teachers or office personnel, cleaning-up has never been easier - all colorful parts of these activity wall panels are attached to the panel and cannot be lost.
These toys are a great addition to any child’s room. Whether it’s a doctor’s office or your child’s bedroom, the different waiting room toys panels found out 1888Toys.com will have your children learning and having fun for years.

Wednesday, November 5, 2008

Made in the USA Toys and Kids Furniture Offer Exceptional Quality at the Affordable Prices


Buying toys and furniture should be a simple walk to the store but it isn’t. Dangerous chemicals and sharp corners on toys and furniture are important factors that need to be considered and are not to be overlooked by parents. Quality and the overall beneficial value of the product should also be taken into consideration when purchasing toys or furniture for your child. The toys and furniture for kids made in the USA have superior quality, and manufactured in the state-of-the-art facilities right here in the USA.
At 1888Toys.com, you can find a wonderful variety of beneficial American-made children toys and quality kids furniture! Check out the wonderful collection of board games made in the USA that will have your children playing for hours like the great Buzz-off Memory Game, winner of the Seal of Excellence from Creative Child Magazine; this game will help develop your child’s brain through interactive matching and will also develop your child’s social skills. Aside from memory building games, your child can also build their imagination and creativity with the beautiful, heirloom quality Solid Wood Kitchen Play Sets; these kitchen toys are completely handmade and assembled right here in the USA guaranteeing the best possible quality around. My personal favorites from the solid wood kitchen toys is the Handmade Ivy’s Kitchen Toy that has numerous learning benefits and skill development processes but at the same time is also preparing and teaching children how to use tools necessary for daily adult life. Other products featured in Toys and Kids Furniture Made in the USA category are American-made Building Blocks that will develop a child’s motor skills and can also entertain them at school, a daycare center, and even in doctor’s offices and other waiting rooms.
If you’re looking for the best quality children toys and kids furniture, check out the entire Made in the USA Toys and Furniture collection offered right here at 1888Toys.com to find only the best products that fit your child’s needs.

Tuesday, November 4, 2008

LUK Learning System with Educational Workbooks for Children's Intellectual and Developmental Growth


There are a lot of people out there with many different ideas on how parents should raise their children. The truth is that no matter how you raise your kid, there are still many things that as parents you can do to improve your child’s learning capacities and physical abilities. Although there are many different training and learning systems out there, choosing the right one for your child can make the difference in how much your child actually learns. Lessons can go from boring exercises, to an educational, fun and interesting play time activity. At 1888toys.com, every toy and children’s product is reviewed extensively to guarantee parents the best possible learning tool for your child.
At 1888Toys.com, you can find LUK Learning System with Educational Workbooks, one of the most complete learning systems you’ll ever find. The system is filled with well designed learning activities through well-printed workbooks included in the system. The exercises, pictures, questions and activities in bambinoLUK Brain Training Early Bloomer Super Combo have been well thought out and created with the purpose of making the workbooks fun and exciting keeping your child’s interest and motivation. The Brain Training Super Combo (to product) includes 3 sets of workbooks each one serving different purposes in the learning process. As your child sits down to play the different educational games found inside the workbooks, your child will actually be developing their concentration, thought association, memory and also begin to learn the fundamentals of math.
For parents, this learning system with educational children’s workbooks is truly a blessing; these workbooks are completely interactive which will keep your children busy, learning and having fun in a safe responsible manner. Most importantly, these books can even help parents look for signs of any child learning disabilities like ADD. Whatever the case, these books are truly helpful and will make a wonderful and unique Christmas present for any child in the family.

Kids Activity Tables and Rollercoaster Play Tables for Your Waiting Room or Play Area


Many doctor offices, clinics and hospitals have waiting room toys. It is so much more comfortable not only for parents but for kids too. Different kinds of companies, like car dealerships and restaurants, use these toys so they can take better care of their customers.
Activity tables are one of the best waiting room toys that there are, especially because no parent wants to see their kids playing with anything that they might assume is dangerous. Toys and games incorporated in our activity tables are guaranteed to keep great interest in children.
At 1888Toys.com we specialize in activity tables for children which are suitable as waiting room play tables, reception area children’s tables and other places where parents visit with their children. Our range includes kids activity tables, rollercoaster tables, sand play tables, and other activity toys such as wall panels and activity cubes. If you are looking for a play activity table for your reception area or waiting room, then we can help. We have the Finger Fun Bead Frame Table, Happy Trails Sand Play Table, Spaghetti legs bead maze table, Going places sand play and bead coaster table and the Monster Mountain bead frame table. We also stock beaded wall panels and smaller rollercoasters for lower traffic areas or the home use.
Children’s play tables offer easy maintenance and are much more hygienic than soft toys which can harbor germs, this is especially important with toys in waiting rooms and hospitals. We have already supplied many different businesses with these tables as well as schools and different daycares.
Fascinating bugs come to life with magnetic wands that move them through the sand. Children are endlessly entertained as they control the movements of these realistic looking ladybugs, spiders, flies, bees, scorpions and ants with the magnets attached to the bottom of the table. The magnetic sand play table offers a true magnetic learning experience!

Friday, October 31, 2008

Toy Boxes, Toy Chest and Toys Storage Shelves Make Your Life Easier and Your House Neater


TOYS! EVERYWHERE! Once the holidays are finished, I stand in my living room wondering where to step just to get from one side of the room to the other. I need toy storage! There are so many options today.
The Toy Box: The wooden toy box or toy chest is a classic, because it hides the toys from general view, and leaves a room nice and neat! One of the drawbacks of the toy box is that it also hides the toys from the kids. Some things go in and never come out. We carry many different toy boxes. Here is my personal favorite: The Noah's Ark Toy Box. It is even more beautiful in person!! This toy box is part of the stunning Noah’s Ark collection which is hand carved and hand painted. The colors are rich, and the carving adds a great classic appeal to the toy box. Another toy box that has equal wow factor is its close cousin the Safari Toy Box.
Toy Shelving: Recently shelving has become more and more popular as a toy storage solution because the children can see their toys, making it more likely that the toys will be played with. The drawback to this kind of storage is that the rest of the world can see the toys too, so it can be a bit messy for the more public areas of your house. We carry so many different styles of shelving: wooden shelves and painted shelves for book storage, decorated shelves to fit into any home decor, and more serious school style shelving. We also have different kinds of designs like the Barn Books Shelves and Toys Storage Unit which comes with a unique shape and looks like a real barn with a silo.
Other storage options, I'm always looking for are such as step stools or storage benches which have a more decorative sense in rooms. These storage units meet many and varying needs, but don't necessarily "fit the mold" of what we think of as toy storage. The All Star Games Step Stool with Storage is an amazingly decorative and useful piece. This multipurpose wooden storage stool allows little ones to take one step higher, or all of the gear of your 'Little Athlete' can be easily stored in this useful and attractive wooden step stool!
For a more stylish look we also have the Always a Prince Toy Box and Bench were his Majesty will be delighted to store his treasures in this amazing storage bench. For the princess of the house we have the Always a Princess Toy Box and Bench that are sure to delight your favorite little Princess! A great idea to maximize your easy to access storage space are the caster mounted All 4 Sport Theme Storage Cube or the Nine Bin Toy Organizer with 9 Storage Bins comes with Natural See Thru Bins allow you to see into the open sides.
This Christmas can finish up nice and neatly with one of these great storage option which we offer here in 1888Toys.com!

Educational Toys and Developmental Games Promote Early Learning and Child’s Natural Curiosity


If you have a toddler or a baby, you know that playing is an activity kids really enjoy. As a parent, you can make the bond with your child stronger and bring the whole family closer by sharing this fun time with your child. For young children, play time is actually time they are learning; knowing that, why not always try and make this good time to learn?
Educational toys and children learning games make use of a child’s natural curiosity and encourage them to learn, explore and develop skills; but not all toys can be considered educational toys by parents and teachers. Toys that encourage violence like guns and other toy weapons do not have much positive value. Parents are encouraged to consider the learning value of any toy they provide for their kid. Children may actually be learning things that are not beneficial and might even get them into problems later in life; allowing children to engage in violent play may cause them to develop the same attitudes and thoughts toward life in the future. If you have school age child, you also want try and complement what they’re learning at school but in a fun and easy way; this is a good way to develop their senses and intelligence, because when kids find something interesting, it motivates them and they’ll want to play for hours. What’s best, they’ll be learning!
Getting your child interested in certain types of developmental and learning games may not be easy at first, but try using board games, like the Math Smart Game offered at 1888Toys.com, it’s a fun way to develop their math skills and will keep them entertained for hours. The Math Smart Game is played like dominos but teaches like a tutor, children have to match the correct answer with the correct math problem while forming a domino type pattern. Your child will have fun trying to solve the problems and reading the cards. The game is for ages 5 and up and for 2 players or more which also promotes team work and sharing.
In conclusion, I can tell you that if children are exposed to positive skill and knowledge that educational toys promote, they will embrace learning and feel more comfortable at school and in life.

Meet Noreen - Product Specialist and Sales Associate


Hello friends, my name is Noreen, and I'm 29 years old, I have no children of my own, but I have a godson and a couple of nephews that I adore and since I’m working with 1888Toys.com I’m more careful with the toys that I choose from them. I realize that educational toys can provide more than just distraction for your kids; it can help improve skills, mental ability and is a great way for kids to learn, for them they are playing so they won’t feel too stressed about the learning part. I really like to work with this team and I'm sure that you will find interesting toys for your kids with us.

Manipulative Lacing Toys Enhance Fine Motor Skills and Creative Thinking


Manipulative lacing toys allow children to enhance their fine motor skills while lacing fun objects. Children also practice problem solving and creative thinking as they thinking of new ways to attach objects together with string. Some of the neat lacing toys include lacing beads and shapes, dressing up dolls, practicing tying knots, or lacing cool construction vehicles. Lacing toys make great travel activities or educational fun at home too!
Manipulative toys help children to improve their motor skills. Kids use these toys to learn about their relationships with their physical world and how they can interact with it. During constructive play with manipulative toys, a child is stimulating vital nerve pathways that will help them to become coordinated, well adjusted adults.
Lace Shape and Number Educational Lacing Set will add fun and variety into learning. While lacing wooden easy-to-grip beads child practices motor skills, coordination and manipulation. This educational toy is recommended for children ages 3 years and up.
Fun Buttons Lacing Toy is a great, parent’s tested educational toy! The Fun Buttons Set includes: 40 colorful stacking buttons with 5 different pattern holes and long, strong lace. Simple, yet wonderful educational lacing toy develops essential skills. Eye/hand coordination and fine motors skills by threading buttons with lace. Counting and color recognition by stacking same color buttons together. Perfect for children ages 3 and up.
The Lacing Cards Set includes: 6 animal shaped lacing cards with 6 colored laces. By lacing bright and funny cards together, your child will enhance essential skills: eye-hand coordination, manipulative and fine motors skills with this toddler activity. Your child will have countless enjoyable play hours with this toddler activity educational toy.
Working on dexterity skills with Lacing Toys has never been so much fun! Manipulative toys and fine motor skills toys come in a variety of colors, styles, and textures all of which make this fine movement interesting and captivating. Lacing Toys are excellent developmental toys with which kids love to play.

Thursday, October 30, 2008

Handmade Wooden Kitchen Toy - Made in USA Unique Christmas Gift for Girls and Boys


There are so many toys to choose from for a Christmas Present. This year, why not try and get your kid something durable that will entertain and teach your kids for years. Considering the fact that children have to learn everything: skills, behavior, values etc... As a parent, you need all the help you can get and pretend play toy kitchen sets are a more valuable educational tool than people think. At first glance, kitchen sets merely look like a fun play toy, a simple distraction, but in fact, that toy is a tool that is helping your child develop motor skills like coordinating body movements necessary for eating, sitting and even cooking. Kitchen toys also help children gain basic knowledge on recognizing and using the kitchen utensils and house kitchen.
There are many different types of kitchen sets out there. Plastic kitchen sets can sometimes break easily and be unsafe for your child; luckily, there are more options. At 1888Toys.com you can find handmade wooden kitchen sets, made in USA, that are truly works of art. Check out Solid Wood Handmade Liam’s Play Kitchen which provides the most realistic experience with turning knobs and a metal sink. Liam’s Kitchen is built from the highest quality white pine, making this beautiful wooden play kitchen and the other handmade kitchens sets at 1888Toys.com a life time guarantee. This makes them a sure candidate for a family heirloom and teaching tool for future generations.
Toy kitchen sets are interactive making them wonderful at bringing you and your child closer. During this imaginative and pretend play timeyou can teach your child the importance of good table manners and the correct use of kitchen utensils and the food. These activities also set the foundation for your child’s future. Today, learning all these things including manners with prepare your child for dinners, conventions, and even their first date. The benefits from play kitchens are endless and Christmas is close by, so check out the entire collection of wooden kitchen play sets at 1888Toys.com

Wednesday, October 29, 2008

Unique Christmas Gifts for Kids and Holiday Presents Ideas for Children


Children love Christmas; people are nice, happy and there are usually fun things to do around this time. For parents, the holiday season is an opportunity to teach children values that many people today take for granted like sharing. Rewarding your child for their acts and good behavior is important in helping your child keep those good habits; that’s also why getting the right Christmas present for your child will help you out a lot.
Buying Christmas presents should not be as time consuming and stressful as it is today, especially when purchasing a gift for a child. At 1888Toys.com, we understand this frustration, so we have created a unique category especially for you Christmas shoppers looking for that fun and educational gift that will wow your child again and again. In the Unique Christmas Gifts for Kids category, you’ll find a wonderful variety of kid’s products that will not only entertain but help educate and develop new skills like the interactive ABC School Fabric Wall Hanging that will help your kid learn the ABC’s while giving life to any child’s room. Another great option as a holiday gift could be the handmade in USA Jumbo Wooden Train Toy just like the one you probably had growing up; made from the highest quality wood and professionally made right here in Montana, this heirloom quality classic toy will help the children in your family develop their motor skills and is sure to be around for generations . If you’re looking for a more personalized gift for your baby, you might want to consider the Interactive My Quiet Fabric Book that has learning activities on every page and is also made from the softest of fabrics that can also be personalized with your child’s name.
We pride ourselves on providing the best possible deals on educational toys, kid’s furniture and other children gifts that are of the highest quality materials and have real educational and developmental value. This year, instead of running into a store looking for the latest and newest kids toys, which is probably a plastic toy with buttons and lights that makes noises which merely distract and potentially hinder your child’s brain development, why not try classic wooden toy or innovative developmental game that educate and increase your child’s potential. The best thing about online shopping with us is that you can shop, order and receive the package right from the comfort of your home, saving you time, money and the stress of regular holiday shopping.

Log Cabin Play House - The Ultimate Invention for Creative Play


I remember that I always wanted to play in one of these play houses when I was a kid, and since I never received one my friends and I when we were a bit older built one. I have very good memories from the log cabin and my friend and I built. I doubt that it is still standing in real life but I know that it will always be standing in my memories. You too can provide your kids with good memories and good play times with this Log Cabin Play House.
The Log Cabin Play House guarantees hours of pretend play and imaginative play the old-fashioned way! The large Play House, Puppets Theater, Pretend Store, Castle or Fort just a few ideas! The ultimate invention for creative play for children 2 and up! Built beautifully, and meant to last!
Rear wall of this play house has a large window with a shelf that is well suited to be a pretend store, lunch counter or anything that your children can imagine. With the curtains closed it becomes a large puppet theatre. It's Big, it's beautiful, and it’s solid as a rock! Your kids will love having their own little log cabin to play in!
Finest quality wooden children's furniture product which is proudly made in America! Handcrafted solid wood furniture for children with classic and stylish look is manufactured in USA since 1987 with attention to quality and details. The wood surfaces may also be painted and wall papered to create a custom dream home for your child.
This rustic playhouse is great for stimulating the imagination. The large rear window and shelf are well suited to be storefront, restaurant counter, or anything that your children can dream up. The roof and curtains remove easily for when you want to furnish or decorate the interior. The four panels interlock and are easy for an adult to assemble and disassemble as needed. Bring home the Log Cabin Play House. Enjoy the hugs and smiles!

Tuesday, October 28, 2008

Made In USA Solid Wood Furniture for Kids Offers Quality at Affordable Price


Quality furniture is not as easy to come around as it once was, especially not at an affordable price. With so much competition, many manufacturers have had to compromise their quality to keep their prices down, but luckily there are other companies that have made it their priority to provide only the highest quality products at the lowest prices possible.
A family owned business based right in the USA offers furniture for kids with great attention to details. This American company has been around since 1987 and takes great pride in their work and boy does it show! All custom made furniture starts as raw wood where it is then handcrafted and designed right there in the same facility so that once it is finished, they can get the product to customers quicker and with less hassle. All solid wood furniture is custom built and made to be completely safe for your child. What makes the American company so different is the time and effort put into each furniture piece to give them that special touch that turns a piece of furniture into a family heirloom that can be passed down from generation to generation. The Solid Wood Handcrafted Captain’s Chest or children’s step stool can be specially personalized with your boy or girl’s name giving the furniture piece and your child’s room a more personalized mood.
Aside from making top of line American wooden furniture for kids, the company also makes high quality hand crafted wooden kitchen toys and play sets. My personal favorite is the Solid Wood Log Cabin Play House perfect for all types of imaginative play including activities like puppet shows, playing house or simply having a small personal hangout. It is made from the finest wood and finished with only the best Danish oil paint giving it a beautiful classy look suitable for any play area. Come and check out the rest of the solid wood furniture for kids at 1888Toys.com!

Pretend Play Fabric Castle Playset for Safe No-Limits Imaginative Play


Wooden castle play houses, castle playsets and castle furniture kits are great for dramatic play of children. A kid’s imagination has no limits and what better for their imagination than to play with a pretend play castle. They are safe for kids and so much fun that it will entertain your children for hours and hours of fun filled imaginative play time in which they can be the king, knights, wizards and why not the almighty dragon.
The enchanting world of medieval fantasy unfolds with this beautifully detailed award-winning Fabric Medieval Castle Play Set. This incredible castle even includes 6 posing play figures plus a horse, to have tons of fun!
You're on a medieval mission filled with warriors, weapons and magic spells. Can you force your enemies to surrender and conquer the dragon-guarded castle? Play set includes a 3 dimensional castle, a magical dragon, a wizard, a king, a queen and 2 removable knights on horses. Brave knights-in-armor battle to defend the king and queen in this Fabric Castle Play Set.

Watch your little one's imagination reach new heights as he or she defends the kingdom against dragons and invaders. Medieval castle will effortlessly capture the attention of your child for hours on end. This hand-crafted soft play set is known for high quality and educational value. Enchanting soft Fabric Castle Play Set encourages a child's imagination! This play set features washable surface with easy to carry spectacular cloth and vinyl packaging box.
Soft toys and fabric playsets offer extraordinary play value. Multiple pieces and interesting characters create a rich environment for imagination building. Many soft toys are hand-made by women in their own homes using hand-guided sewing machines. The products are tested by an International Agency and certified safe for all ages - from birth on up. A missing piece from this soft play set is replaced for free!

Allow your children to experience their imagination to the limits and beyond while they travel to the epic times of knights and allow your children’s imagination thrive through all the possibilities that they can think of. With this Fabric Castle Play Set your kids will be able to get to know what their imagination is and how to explore it.

Monday, October 27, 2008

Animal Bean Bag Toss Game - Fun Motor Skills Development Game to Play at Home, Schools and Parties!


With Animal Bean Bag Toss, children can experience all the fun of their favorite animals. This bean bag toss game features four free-standing, friendly animal creatures and four bean bags. The Lion, Panda, Monkey, and Hippopotamus are inviting, welcoming, and just too cute for any child to resist! It is a silly safari!
The bean bag toss is a simple game that can help develop many useful skills in a child. First, of course, is eye-hand coordination and spatial skills. Children must aim carefully at their critter of choice and toss accurately to make it into the hole. This childcare toy can also be played as a competitive game, with children taking turns, exhibiting patience, and graciously winning and losing.
The Animal Bean Bag Toss Game is great for motor skills development for children. The design of this freestanding bean bag toss game makes it easy for parents or children to place the animals where it would be ideal. For younger children, you can place the animals nearby and closer together, expanding the targets outwards as your child grows. Each wooden animal is the perfect size for a bean bag toss game, not too easy and not too challenging. It is the type of game that has been around for generations, providing endless fun for children everywhere.
Great motor skills development and manipulative game to play at home, schools, and parties! The colorful wooden Hippopotamus, Monkey, Lion, and Panda stimulate the imagination and add to the fun. The unique design allows open-ended play. Set wooden animals up close together or far apart to set your own challenging level. The game includes 4 wooden freestanding animal figures and 4 different color beanbags. Each animal figure is approximately 16" x 14". All colored parts of this educational wooden toy are coated with child-safe lead-free paint. This bean bag toss game is suitable even for toddlers, but challenging enough for older kids. The game is a perfect family game for fun and family reunion. Ages 2 and up will enjoy this game.

Potty Training Made Easy with Help of the Right Potty Chair


Looking back at life, it’s funny to remember that there was a time we couldn’t do anything; not because we didn’t want to, but because we didn’t know how to do it. At times certain types of situation could get very embarrassing and uncomfortable; luckily, with the support, training and education given to you by your parents and teachers, we learned to master all types of situations.
Thanks to a few very creative and dedicated people, today adults could count with toys and other tools to teach their children. New memory/card/board games that range from many topics that develop a child’s brain or a walker to help with motor skills; but today there are also other tools for other types of situations like knowing when to be polite or how to eat. This is the case of a very popular parent’s tool, the Potty Chair.
The Potty Chair is absolutely wonderful because it is beneficial for everyone in the family. It has truly made life easier not only for parents, but also for kids. I remember everything being oversized when I was a kid, and that really got on my nerves. Learning how to use the bathroom was truly an adventure (As a kid you can almost fit inside the toilet!). The wooden potty chairs found at 1888Toys.com are made from the highest quality wood; there are also very convenient because they can also be used as regular toddler chairs. Something great about the potty training chairs are the different themes, potty for boy and potty for girl that makes the chair more welcoming giving your children the confidence to use the chair and learn. The Always a Prince Potty Chair is a perfect example of a beautiful potty chair that will help potty train your little boy. The Solid Wood Potty Training Chair has a traditional style that your toddler will love to spend time using. As a gift, it is even more special when personalized with child's name! Training is much easier - When you have a right Potty!

Friday, October 24, 2008

Doll Houses and Doll Play Promote Imagination and Educate Your Child on Real Life Situations


Dolls have been a part of our life for many generations. When kids are playing with their dolls, making them fly around or perform any realistic activities like running, eating, sleeping, drinking etc… kids are actually learning basics and working out their brain. Through pretend play toys and role playing games this type of activity promotes the use of children imagination and helps with fine tuning eye-hand coordination and basic movements. In fact, the more activities and accessories you add to your child’s doll collection can turn the entire act of playing with a doll, into a more serious learning activity without your kid even knowing it!
Doll Houses are a wonderful way to complement any child’s doll or toy collection. Realistically looking wooden doll house can educate your child on real life situations like taking a shower, getting ready for work, cooking supper and other important daily activities. Other doll houses can even add more knowledge into the mix like the Eco-House. The beautiful Eco-House is a wooden doll house that also teaches your child about recycling and includes plants to provide a more nature conscience atmosphere.
Aside from providing extra help to the learning process, doll houses are beautiful and colorful works of art; the ones found at 1888Toys.com are made completely from safe, high quality materials that are sure to last a life time. These doll houses can also prove to be quite practical. This toy accessory actually helps you keep your little ones bedroom or toy set clean and organized. The doll house provides an extra place to put away their dolls when their done playing which in turn also teaches them responsibility.
At 1888Toys.com you can find a wonderful variety of dolls, doll houses and accessories like beds, cradles, buggies and even an ironing board. All these accessories help in setting that realistic environment where your child can pretend, learn and have fun without getting hurt.

Rocking Cater Rocking Toy is a New Twist to Traditional Rocking Horses


Rocking Cater Rocking Toy is a New Twist to Traditional Rocking Horses
Lately you can find a large variety of rocking horses, rocking toys and rocking chairs that come in different sizes, shapes, colors; like the Rocking Cater which a soft caterpillar like the rocking chair for babies ages 1 and up. I specially love this particular one since it has a bright and friendly caterpillar which attracts kids as soon as they see it. The combination of colors also attracts kids and the softness makes this rocker one of the top gift for children age 1.
Imagination comes alive with the Rocking Cater Rocker Toy. Your child will love spending time rocking back and forth on the soft rocker and they will delight in squeezing its squeaky red nose. The Rocking Cater Rocker is the ideal toy for children who enjoy playing pretend and is a great addition to any game of make-believe.
A soft and colorful rocking toy with a friendly character taken from nature which is fun to play with! It helps to develop motor skills and sense of equilibrium, exercises arm and leg muscles and it is also decorative. The caterpillar can be removed from the base to be a large soft toy or a comfortable cushion or just for cleaning. A colorful plush caterpillar on a sturdy smooth textured wooden rocker base. With a rattle in the caterpillar's nose the Rocking Cater Rocking Toy is more than just a typical toddler rocker. This rocking chair provides entertainment and a comfy place for your little one to play.
Comfortable and interactive Caterpillar Soft Rocker provides children with hours of fun. The top of the comfort rocking toy for toddlers! This rocker that combines pretend play with the fun of seating on the rocker will make a perfect gift for kids age 1 and up. With its bright and adorable colors, this kid-sized Caterpillar Rocker would make a great present.

Thursday, October 23, 2008

Manipulative Toys and Motor Skill Development Toys Engage Curiosity and Learning


Motor skills are some of the first skills that children learn at the early stage. Gross motor skills are those that involve using a large number of muscles to make big movements, such as rolling over, crawling, running and jumping. Gross motor skill development can be encouraged through play with larger toys or games. Animal Bean Bag Toss Game is a great toy for developing gross motor skills since in this game you would have to toss a bean bag into different wooden animals. Physical activities improve gross motor skills also, like when babies push the baby walkers around.
Fine motor skills consist of smaller movements usually those of the hands and fingers which can be done by playing, for example, with lacing toys or rollercoaster toys. Magnetic maze toys are also beneficial. Many toys are good for developing fine motor skills. Blocks and puzzles are two of the simplest and the best.
From wooden Alphabet Magnetic Trace Letter Set to manipulating objects such as the Dog Stacking Toy, children with poor fine motor development often struggle in the classroom. Rather than forcing long hours of handwriting practice, parents and teachers can turn to these children's toys that promote fine motor development. These toys and activities are suited for toddlers through school age children as they channel kids' energy and allow for fun, tear-free experiences. Older children learn at school but they can also continue to learn through play with toys such as Science Kits that can bring casting material.
Remember that there are many different activities which your kids can do and improve their motor skills and the more they play with their manipulative toys and motor skills development toys, the more they can learn and become more advance. Play is an important part of a child’s development. For babies and toddlers, playing is the best way to learn. When you engage both their curiosity and their desire to have fun, learning comes naturally.

Best Baby Shower Gift or Toy for Newborn, by Baby Magazine - Baby Playnest and Gym!


Finding a toy for as baby shower gift or toy for newborns is not as difficult as many people might think; just consider your necessities and the toy’s overall benefits for you and your child. Since a newborn can barely comprehend their surroundings at this time, the toy you choose should focus on trying to stimulate all of the child’s senses; getting your child use to different shapes, sizes and colors will get them ready for other educational activities as they get older. Newborns can’t move around all that much which makes them completely dependent on you for everything; the toy you choose should also keep the child busy and entertained as much as possible so that you can get those precious seconds to rest, eat and do other chores. Having a newborn baby is not easy, but luckily there are toys that can help.
Winner of many worldwide awards and voted Best Buy by Baby Magazine, the wonderful Baby Playnest and Gym fills all your needs. This beautiful and very colorful baby activity soft ring will not only stimulate your child’s vision and touch but also their hearing. The activity ring also comes equipped with 5 gym toys with links, which can be rearranged further stimulating your child’s brain. The 5 soft toys and the durable fabric cover for the actually activity ring are completely machine washable making your life just a little bit easier; at this point, anything that makes cleaning easy will help free precious moments for other chores and activities.
In my opinion this toy’s best feature, considering all the toy benefits, is how practical it can really be; the 5 soft toys that come included as accessories with the toy are completely detachable which also makes them wonderful travel toys that are easy to clean and fun to look at.

Wednesday, October 22, 2008

Jigsaw Puzzles and Puzzles Games are Favorite and Most Beneficial Activities for Children of all Ages


When trying to find the correct activity to do with your child, there are many important things to consider. One of those factors is making sure the activity is something that both, parent and child, can perform comfortably and happily; a game that’s too hard can cause you and your child to become frustrated and lose interest. Secondly, review the different possible benefits that result from the activity like memory development, problem solving skills, physical shape etc...
One of my favorite and most beneficial activities growing up was solving puzzles; these activities are an absolute dream come true for parents because puzzles not only keep your kid calm, they force kids to think and remember their previous steps before making their next move. I think this is a big step in a child’s life; the kids brain is basically going through the transition from pure curiosity and exploration to thought processing and considering consequences and solutions.
Puzzles have different levels of difficulty; start off with puzzles that are appropriate for your child’s age for example: Memory games and puzzles games for toddlers have less difficulty in the actual problem solving process but they provide more fun and educate your child. The 3D wooden Animal Alphabet Wooden Puzzle teaches the alphabet, animals and develops eye-hand coordination but is not as big and complex to build. Other jigsaw puzzles found at 1888Toys.com are far more advanced like the 150 piece Glow Space Ship Jigsaw Puzzle; this puzzle can entertain your child possibly for weeks.
Best of all, children will probably need your help at first making for a wonderful family activity on the weekend. At 1888Toys.com there are so many different puzzle themes that finding one you and your kid will love will be a piece of cake! In the end, just remember to make it enjoyable and beneficial for your family and child.