Why toy blocks rock: The science of construction play
Toy blocks can help kids develop better motor skills, spatial skills, and math skills. But to unleash these skills, kids need to do more than move blocks around.
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Girl toys, boy toys, and parenting: The science of toy preferences
© 2009 – 2012 Gwen Dewar, Ph.D., all rights reserved Yes, there are “girl toys” and “boy toys.” But are gender-typical toys merely a matter of cultural training? Parents with sons and daughters often see differences in the way their kids play. And research confirms it: Boys usually spend more time in “rough and tumble” Read More »