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Magnetic tiles are one of our favorite building toys for kids. They are open-ended and can be used in so many different ways!
Updated October 2024
If a friend came to us and asked for a toy recommendation for their kids right now, we’d probably say buy a set of magnetic tiles.
As construction toys for kids go, they are absolutely wonderful! Most kids we know play more (and longer) with the magnetic shapes than with any other toy they have.
And according to many of you, the magnetic tiles get consistent use many years (and kids) later.
Here’s why we love them.
Why We Love Magnetic Tiles for Kids
1. Magnetic Tiles Encourage Creativity
Magnetic tiles let kids build anything they imagine, fostering creative thinking and exploration. One of the things we love most about magnetic tiles is their open-ended nature. Kids can build castles, rockets, animals, or abstract structures. They also often incorporate other toys into their building, using them as a base for pretend play of all types.
2. Magnetic Tiles Build Problem-Solving Skills
As they build, kids often encounter challenges, such as creating stable structures or figuring out how to create certain shapes. This is where problem-solving comes into play. Kids learn to troubleshoot and adapt as they experiment with building, which strengthens their problem-solving abilities. Plus, when used in group settings, magnetic tiles encourage kids to share and collaborate.
3. Magnetic Tiles Develop Fine Motor Skills
Building with magnetic tiles involves picking up, connecting, and adjusting the pieces. These skills work to improve fine motor control, essential for skills like writing. As kids learn to handle different shapes and align the magnets, they also practice hand-eye coordination. And we love that magnetic tiles introduce basic math and geometry concepts in a hands-on way.
If you don’t have these yet, we highly recommend buying a set of magnetic tiles for kids! There are many different brands on Amazon, but we’ve also found you can usually find them on Facebook Marketplace for much less than the original price! If your kids are anything like ours, they will play, build, and learn hour after hour, day after day.
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