What is open-ended play?

Open-ended play allows children to express their creativity freely. This kind of play allows your little human endless possibilities during playtime. There are no rules, no right or wrong way for children to follow. 

Why is open-ended play crucial ? 

Open-ended play is crucial for early stages of development in children because as their imagination is developing, it needs to be engaged. Open-ended play benefits a young child by fostering essential intellectual abilities to create a strong foundation for a successful future. 

What are open-ended play materials ? 

Open–ended play materials are also known as loose parts. These play materials  can be used in numerous ways indoors and outdoors by babies, toddlers and young children.

Our gorgeous wooden classic loose part set and wooden bowls with ladybugs is a typical example of a open-ended play material. 

The beauty of these kind of play materials is that it not only fosters creativity, imagination and problem solving but facilitates the freedom to choose and create furthermore developing confidence and competence. 

Lastly, open-ended play materials are suitable for young and older children. Children will manipulate and use them according to their stage of development in other words it grows with your child’s developmental needs. 

Not to forget, wooden play materials last a lifetime!