Guide to Block Play
DescriptionThe Rose & Rex Guide to Block Play offers the information and inspiration you need to make block play meaningful, educational and fun! Building blocks are essential materials for supporting the development of foundational skills like mathematical thinking, literacy, and resilience. But where to begin? Whether you're eager to help your child engage with blocks, looking to support independent play experiences or seeking tools for sibling play, we've got you covered! In our Guide to Block Play, we offer 25 comprehensive tips on everything from block organization to building play prompts, plus strategies to make cleanup part of the fun. Use this guide to create intentional at-home learning experiences through the joy of block play!
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Use blocks to recreate a place of family importance, such as a specific neighborhood or home. This type of block play is a meaningful way to prepare for an upcoming trip or reflect on a shared experience. “Let’s make a list of all the different parts of Grandpa’s home and work together to build each one. House. Garage. Swimming pool. Treehouse.” As you build together, your child can cross each completed location off the list!