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When it comes to a child’s development, there is no substitute for educational and fun toys. Not only do these toys provide a safe and creative outlet for exploration and play, but they also help children build important life skills. From developing social skills to problem-solving, educational and fun toys are the perfect tools for stimulating a child’s growth and creative expression.
One of the major benefits of educational and fun toys is that they provide an opportunity for children to interact with others and develop the necessary social skills to function in the world. Educational toys and activities assist with the development of skills such as:
The ability to learn how to share, take turns, and work together as a team: When children play together, they learn the importance of taking turns, sharing resources, and resolving conflicts in a positive way. Playing with others also helps children understand the importance of teamwork and collaboration.
The skill of how to express their feelings constructively: Playing with friends can help children learn how to express their emotions in a healthy way and help them develop their emotional intelligence. For example, they can learn how to talk about their feelings and how to negotiate with others.
It also helps children learn the emotions of others: Through play, children can observe and understand the emotions of others. It can also help them develop empathy and respect for others.
Problem-Solving
Educational toys can also help a child’s problem-solving skills.
Completing puzzles and playing board games encourage critical thinking, provide a safe environment for children to take risks and experiment with new ideas, and offer an opportunity for children to learn how to solve difficult problems.
When a child is engaged in a puzzle or board game, they must think logically in order to solve the problem. This allows them to practice problem-solving skills, which is a valuable life skill.
Introducing these activities to children, parents, and educators can help them become better problem solvers and more creative thinkers.
In addition to developing social and problem-solving skills, educational and fun toys can help children develop important motor skills. Through activities such as building blocks, drawing, and playing sports, kids can learn how to use their hands and bodies in a coordinated way.
These activities can also help kids improve their coordination, balance, and agility. By engaging in physical activities, children can also learn how to develop a sense of spatial awareness, which can be beneficial in many areas of life.
Building blocks, drawing, and playing sports help children develop fine and gross motor skills. Fine motor skills involve using small muscles such as the fingers, hands, and wrists. These are important for tasks like writing, drawing, and manipulating small objects.
Playing sports helps children learn how to use their bodies in a coordinated way. And can include learning how to engage their core muscles, and maintain balance and coordination.
Educational and fun toys are essential for fostering healthy childhood development. Not only do these toys help kids learn valuable life skills, but they also provide a safe and creative outlet for exploration and play. From developing social skills to problem-solving, educational and fun toys can be a great way for children to learn, grow, and express themselves.
Looking for exciting educational toys online or in-store? At Our Past Times, you’ll help your child or grandchild discover toys that are fun, interactive, and educational. Shop now
We are responsible for providing our children with the best quality toys that are safe and enjoyable to play with. But finding quality and affordable toys that are also eco-friendly can be challenging. Plenty of sustainable and environmentally friendly toys are becoming more widely available. Here is why opting for these toys and where you can find them is vital.
It’s easy to succumb to the convenience of cheap plastic toys, but these toys often contain toxic chemicals and microplastics that can be detrimental to our environment. In addition to this, plastic toys are not biodegradable, so they can end up in landfills and oceans for years, and can even be ingested by animals.
Look for organic materials such as wood, cotton, and bamboo or recycled materials when shopping for toys. Natural materials are much more biodegradable than plastic, and they don’t contain any toxic chemicals. By choosing toys made from recycled materials, you’re helping reduce the amount of waste going into landfills and oceans.
Try to avoid buying toys with a lot of packaging. The less packaging your toys come with, the less waste you’ll be creating.
By investing in sustainable and environmentally friendly toys for your children, you’re helping to reduce the amount of plastic pollution that’s harming our planet. Plus, you’re giving your children the opportunity to play with toys that are safe, enjoyable, and affordable.
At Our Past Times, we believe that every child deserves to play with toys that are safe for them and the environment. That’s why we have a wide range of eco-friendly toys that are both affordable and enjoyable to play with.
In today’s world, children are easily distracted by electronic devices, which can have detrimental effects. As caregivers, it’s our responsibility to prioritise hands-on playtime and stimulating educational toys to help our children reach their full potential.
If you’re tired of your child being disconnected from the world around them and losing themselves in screens, we’re here to help. In this blog, we’ll offer effective strategies for reducing screen time and introducing exciting, educational toys to your child’s playtime.
Whether you prefer shopping for educational toys online or in-store, choosing and buying toys is a timeless memory that shapes childhoods.
It’s no secret that electronic devices have become a staple in modern-day life. While they can be a great source of entertainment and education, excessive screen time can have negative effects on children’s development:
Educational toys promote growth and development, improving problem-solving, critical thinking and fine motor skills. They engage children in fun, interactive play and foster a lifelong love of learning.
It can be difficult to tear kids away from screens and get them excited about offline playtime. However, there are strategies you can use to engage them in fun and interactive play.
Sometimes it’s hard to ignore the convenience of buying educational toys online and it’s possible to make the experience just as exciting as visiting a brick-and-mortar store. One way to do this is by tracking the toy online and making the delivery a special occasion. Parents can let their children know when the toy is expected to arrive and build anticipation.
Selecting toys online can be made easier by watching video reviews and unboxing videos together. Doing so gets them engaged with you even behind the screens.
Looking for exciting educational toys online or in-store? At Our Past Times, you’ll help your child or grandchild discover the toys that raised you. Say goodbye to excessive screen time and help your child reach their full potential with hands-on playtime. Shop now and let your child’s imagination run wild!
Started your Christmas shopping yet ??
We still have new stock arriving, to help you find that perfect gift.
I can’t believe that it’s only 4 weeks until Christmas, where has that time gone, but don’t worry we still have some great products arriving.
Some magic and novelties have arrived for the budding magicians and comedians.
I have finally found a Walker with blocks in the Trolley that is delightful with 22 blocks to build and play with.
Kaper Kidz have brought out some wonderful baby gift sets, perfect for newborns for their first Christmas.
We have just received some great games designed for Toddlers by Orchard Games, there is a Loose Goose and some Pigs in Pants!!
Ugears have released some new models in time for Christmas, if you are looking for someone who is mechanically minded or loves building models, the Ugears Range is just the thing for them.
Check out the Hansa range of hand puppets, they are so life like, very easy to use and can be brought to life very easily.
A shipment from Toyslink arrived on Wednesday 9th and I have finished unpacking and putting on the shelf – so check out all the range of Toyslink Toys, they won’t last long.
Just arrived today (Tuesday 8th) are some dexterity games from Rubiks and Duncan. I have always had a hard time with the Rubik’s Cube, including the 1 X 1 let alone anything more challenging. Check out the new range to keep minds active over the holidays (Dexterity Games)
We have just received some wonderful puzzles for little people from Elka Australia, along with some hand puppets that have wonderful sound.
For over forty years, Schylling, has specialised in delightful playthings from a bygone era. Schylling works to create the future in toys by captivating new designs and intriguing refreshes and innovations of toys from the past. We have just received a shipment of Schylling toys in time for Christmas. Check out the fabulous Jack in the Boxes, Stacking Robots, Floating Ball Game, Wooden Paddle Boat, just to mention a few Schylling Toys
Tulio Lights have arrived. These compact LED night lights come with a handy remote control that allows you to choose from 12 vibrant colours and switch between four different setting: Sleep, Timer, Rainbow and Lamp.
We have just received our shipment from Your Wild Books, this is an Australian business based in South Australia, but the most amazing thing is all their products are made here in Australia. They encourage children to get immersed in Nature, I love the guided Journal, it helps children to discover the benefits of keeping a journal.
Do you always seem to have too many cards and not you’re not able hold them all, then Card Holda will save you from having to play 52 card pickup.
Guessing a secret code using logical reasoning is so much fun Play Mind Colours, it used to be called Mastermind.
The Genius Square and Genius Star you will need brilliant perception, speed of thought and nerves of steel to conquer these games.
Kinderfeet Tiny Tot Plus (White, Bamboo and Sage) have arrived in time for Christmas. Tiny Tot Plus starts life as a 3 wheel Trike and converts to a 2 wheel Balance Bike, for ages from 18 months to 4 years old.
TMT Imports is a great range of miniatures ranging from $3.95 to $15.95. TMT Imports
Some of our favourite I’m Toys products are back in stock after a long wait, and just in time for ChristmasI’m Toy – Walk and Ride – Ice Cream Truck, I’m Toy – Melody Mix Wall Bench, and I’m Toy – Melody Mix – Pastel, imagine the joy on the faces of little ones faces when they unwrap these on Christmas morning.
Tooky Toys have created a lovely set of sensory blocks with various textures and sounds to discover, as well as building some tall towers to knock down. (Sensory Blocks)
We have just received some beautifully soft bears and bunnies from Lily and George (Lily and George), they are perfect for snuggling upto.
As Christmas is fast approaching new products are arriving into the shop daily so watch this space as we will be listing all the new products that have arrived during the week, as well as any products that are making a return.
Kids don’t need to be able to read to join in this charades game, so it’s fun for all the family (Kids on Stage)
A couple of old favourites that will amuse during tummy time Penguin Musical Wobbler and Hape Rotating Music Box
HeyDoodle reusable drawing Silicone Mats have made a return, along with some new additions check out the full range at HeyDoodle Drawing Mats
Some great 4M Green Science kits (4M) along with some Solar (14in1 Solar Robot) and Wind Powered Robots (Wheely 6 in 1 Wind Powered Robot) learning about alternative power sources, how weather is created and to even make their own weather station, so that they can check to see if the weather person on television got it right for once 🌦 ☀️ 🌬
In Raccoon Tycoon players try to produce the most valuable commodities in an ever changing marketplace. They then use those commodities to build towns, or sell them at the best price to secure great profits that can be used to win auctions for the all-important railroads. This game has received rave reviews from Tom Vasel (Dice Tower – Seal of Excellence) and on Board Game Spotlight. (Raccoon Tycoon)
There’s no denying that many baby toys made from wood are far superior to mass-produced plastic toys; from safety to development, there are numerous benefits you and your baby can enjoy from playing with these toys. Here are just a few benefits.
While you’re browsing our store for baby toys, our wooden toys, such as the Kaper Kidz Jointed Worm, are suitable for your tiny tot. Here are some tips for you to consider while you’re shopping.
At Our Past Times, we are constantly looking for new toys that are fun and safe for children to play with. We continuously search for new and exciting toys for you to purchase to entertain and stimulate your child.
