Unplugged Fun: Non-Electronic Educational Games For Kids
Games have always been one of the most engaging and reliable ways to teach kids new skills and reinforce them so they are not forgotten. Kids naturally want to play games so if they are able to learn something at the same time it can be beneficial on a number of levels.
In modern society the word “games” has become synonymous with computer games. And while computer games may have their strengths, they are not the only type of games to engage and educate.
Board games, logic puzzles and educational toys are designed to get kid’s minds working. These games also work a different art of the mind than computer games and can help with spatial development and dexterity.
For babies the learning company Lamaze introduces educational toys for the youngest baby. Straight from birth their range of soft and colourful toys draws the interest of babies and starts to develop their sense of hearing, sight and touch.
As children of this age do not see very well, sound is emphasised and the different auditory responses generated by the toys can then begin developing awareness, concentration and cause and effect. Their toys cater for children from 0-2 years. Toys in the later years emphasise motor movements and hand eye co-ordination.
For older children, the award winning range from Thinkfun provides a great range of logic based toys that are designed to engage the brain, increase concentration and problem solving skills. These games are commonly known as brainteaser puzzles and, like electronic games, can be played by one person. As with all brain teaser games, creative thinking is required – these are not mere distractions or time-passers.
Their games are simple, self contained and ingenious. In Rush Hour, a popular example, a player must move their car game-piece around a small board packed with other vehicles and manoeuvre themselves from one side of the town board to the other. The player can set their own challenge level and, as they become more competent, the game can become accordingly more difficult.
If you are thinking of a way to engage your child beyond a flickering screen then you could also consider jigsaw puzzles (try a puzzle with a picture of your child’s favourite character) or sandbox playsets, mosaic creation kits, puppet theaters and many more games that are designed to enhance your child’s creativity and having something on hand before you “unplug” your child is recommended.
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