Encouraging Learning through Play

Children are born with an innate desire to learn so choosing educational toys that encourage learning is a great way to assist a child with their development - a well designed toy can really help to stimulate children's mental activity in many ways such as developing a child's imagination and creativity as well as their communication skills. Crafts4Kids Educational Toy selection aims to get those young minds active whether rustling something delicious up with play food and kitchen toys, dressing up or playing with puppets or enjoying a good old competitive game - our ever expanding range aims to bring contemporary versions of traditional favourite kids' toys and games from great brands large and small.

If you are looking for an educational toy for a child's birthday gift then top brands like Egmont Toys, Mudpuppy Toys, Quay Woodcraft, Eeboo, Oskar and Ellen, Mudpuppy and Ridley's Instant Illusions, all relatively new to the toy shop scene, sit happily alongside giants like Wild Science and Melissa & Doug when it comes to choosing a present.

Educational toys to boost little brains

Educational toys are not only great fun, they can also play an important role in stimulating children's mental activity and helping them learn about the world around them.  At Crafts4kids, we stock a wide range of learning toys for kids of all ages, from pre-school children to young teens, and we have gifts and games to suit all personalities, whether your child is a budding chef or an aspiring astronaut. Many of our educational toys also appeal to both boys and girls, so your little ones can play happily together whether you choose a magic tricks kit, a model making set or a colourful puppet theatre.

In today's technology-obsessed world, it can be all too easy to leave kids to their own devices in front of the TV or the computer. But this does very little for their mental development. Educational toys can fuel their brains and help them develop important skills for life. They can also encourage creativity and bring children and families together in pursuit of fun and excitement.

Early learning

The pre-school years are an incredibly important time in a child's educational journey. It's at the ages of three and four that kids develop many of their motor skills and cognitive abilities.  But to do this they need the right stimulation, which is where educational toys for children come in. Crafts4Kids have a wide range of early learning toys to challenge their developing senses and arouse their curiosity.  Popular ranges include Melissa & Doug with its traditional toys for pre-school kids, such as play food and wooden kitchen toys, and Egmont Toys with their delightful tea set toys and nesting suitcases.

Studies have shown that a child's IQ can be increased by more than 50 points through proper mental stimulation in the early stages of their life, so choosing educational toys could be a real investment for their future. Traditional toy favourites that can enhance IQ include kids puzzles and childrens jigsaws, wooden toys, cardboard toys, outdoor toys, jokes and magic sets for kids, play sets and dolls houses - basically all the traditional toys we probably enjoyed ourselves when we were kids!

Enhancing their school education

Once children start primary school, they begin developing more complex skills and start learning the basics in literacy, numeracy and creative expression. Educational toys can enhance their journey by allowing the learning to continue at home with games and activities that kids really want to get involved in. By incorporating learning into play with educational toys and games, parents can give their kids the best possible chance to succeed at school and beyond.

At Crafts4Kids, we stock toys to support learning undertaken at school as part of the curriculum such as battery science kits, drawing project books, Kidz labs and Science Museum science kits, and the award-winning range of science and nature toys from Interplay, including My Living World and Wild Science sets. Our Flights of Fancy nature kits are also ideal for kids who love making new discoveries. Youngsters can learn how to tie knots, make their own sundial or study bugs, birds and pond life.

Educational toys make ideal gifts

Educational toys from Crafts4Kids make great children's gifts for birthdays, Christmas and other occasions, as they're absorbing, creative and inspiring. High-quality toys and games you will find impossible to find easily in one place on the high street, and everything is rigorously tested to make sure it meets health and safety standards. You can use our website to search according to age, gender, price or brand to find the perfect educational toys for your children, grandchildren, nieces and nephews, whether they love to build models, draw and paint, solve puzzles or dress up.