Discovery Building Sets
“To give a child a mechanical toy is equivalent to playing for him” – Walter Wood –
Who Are We?
Explorers. Parents. Grandparents to a Curious Bunch with a Passion for Play.
Welcome! We are Joseph and Kimberli, Co-founders of Discovery Building Sets.
We are here to help you enhance childhood experiences by focusing on building sets and block play’s positive influence on our children.
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Start here and check out all the activities, inspiration, and ways to engage with your toddlers and preschoolers.
Children Playing With Blocks
All about block play, the stages of block play, block activities, and creating a block center.
Learning Through Play Activities
Explore playful learning activities and the importance of play in early childhood development.
Early Childhood Development
Discover and learn all about the early childhood development of toddlers and preschoolers.
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Top Blog Posts
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- 61 Sensational Fall Activities For ToddlersAre you excited to get out and explore the crisp air and colorful changing leaves with your toddler? Finding the best fall activities for toddlers as the days get shorter… Read more: 61 Sensational Fall Activities For Toddlers
- Easy STEM Activities: Quick & Exciting Engineering For ToddlersLet’s explore STEM activities for toddlers and quick engineering challenges that use simple items found around the house.
- 39+ Indoor Activities For Toddlers: How To Keep Them BusyGet busy with indoor activities for toddlers. Break out the imaginative play, block activities, indoor sports, and rainy day crafts.