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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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.
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- 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.
- 25 Fun and Helpful Fine Motor Activities For PreschoolersFine motor development is vital to your child’s independence. To build those fine motor skills, we compiled 25+ fine motor activities for preschoolers.
- Playing With Magnets: 8 Powerful Activities For ToddlersPlaying with magnets, whether engaged in block activities or science experiments for toddlers, creates plenty of indoor fun for toddlers