Why Buy Wooden Toys for Children?

Wooden toys often have a sense of tradition around them, presenting the classic image of play that we so often see across media. This is because of their enduring appeal of colourful, durable toys that are more sustainable and promote imaginative play.

Whilst some may seem simplistic, these toys can allow for greater creative development, allowing burgeoning imaginations to run wild and encouraging fine motor skills.

As such, there are many reasons to invest in wooden toys, and brands like Woodlets provide beautifully made wooden preschool toys that assist in the development of problem-solving skills, coordination and more.

Long Lasting Fun

Children can be tough on toys and finding something that’s durable and designed to last will give them hours of endless fun, and maybe even become a bit of a family heirloom.

Wooden toys have that hardwearing nature that doesn’t bend or shatter, which is kinder on the environment and on your wallet, as you won’t need to fork out for replacements.

Room for Imagination

Heavily structured toys, or those with lots of lights and flashing noises, can oftentimes fill in the blanks for children. Wooden toys don’t have the battery powered distractions of other toys and so offer space for a child’s imagination to grow.

By helping children indulge in the theatre of play, they can create and learn as they entertain themselves so young minds flourish and evolve with the fun.

Sustainable Play

Plastic free, wooden toys have a more sustainable life cycle thanks to how they are produced and their biodegradable nature. When your toys are grown, they can be sustainably managed, and brands like Woodlets craft their items from such wood.

Unlike plastic, wood is also biodegradable so won’t stay around for centuries once it’s thrown away having less of an impact on the planet.

Tactile Toys

With a texture and weight that is unmatched by plastic, wooden toys naturally offer up a greater sensory experience. The warmth and heft add another dimension to play making it feel more dynamic.

This makes them great for little hands, and items like wooden jigsaw puzzles are a fun, educational way to play that look and feel great too.

Safer for smaller children

Smoothly sanded to make sure there are no sharp edges, and to reduce the likelihood of splintering, wooden toys are less likely to break or shatter than plastic thus reducing the likelihood of smaller, sharp pieces coming loose.

Painted with non-toxic, child friendly paints means that wooden toys are often the better option for smaller children who still like to explore with their mouths. Of course, parental discretion is always advised when assessing what toys to buy for your child.

With a wealth of reasons as to why wooden toys can be a great buy, you can browse our extensive collection of beautifully crafted items and find something wonderful that will last a long time for your little ones to play with time and again. Discover our range of wooden toys today.

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