Guidecraft Classroom Unit Blocks - 390 Pieces

Description

Nearly 400 blocks and a whole world of shapes will make the Guidecraft Classroom Unit Blocks - 390 Pieces the answer to what to do with a room full of eager, imaginative children. These solid Rubberwood blocks are offered in 30 different shapes and each one is finely sanded to be splinter-free and features rounded edges for added safety.

What blocks can do for your child ...

Motor skills:
Playing with blocks is all about perception and eye-hand coordination. This is an excellent way to work on their fine motor skills. You could also create a small stack of blocks or an obstacle course that your child could climb over or navigate through to enhance their gross motor skills.

Math:
Use blocks to show patterns of shape or color or demonstrate units of measure. Stack a tower 6 blocks high and show your child the difference between and one that's 4 blocks high. How many are left when you take two away?

Science:
Physics basics are easily demonstrated through block play. Show your child inclined planes and levers or build two different structures and see how different foundations withstand an "earthquake".

Life skills
A group of children playing together with blocks is an excellent opportunity to teach sharing and teamwork. Clean-up time will be another learning opportunity.

About Guidecraft
Guidecraft was founded in 1964 in a small woodshop, producing 10 items. Today, Guidecraft's line includes over 160 educational toys and furnishings. The company's size has changed, but their mission remains the same; stay true to the tradition of smart, beautifully crafted wood products, which allow children's minds and imaginations room to truly wonder and grow.

Guidecraft plans to continue far into the future with what they do best, while always giving their loyal customers what they have come to expect: expert quality, excellent service, and an ever-growing collection of creativity-inspiring products for children.

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