Open Ended Toys Vs Close Ended Toys
You may have heard about open ended and close ended toys. Which is better?
The answer is neither! Both help development in different ways.
Close ended toys have a beginning and an end. They help kids learn to pay attention and word toward a goal. Puzzles, books, and any games with a goal are all close ended toys.
Open ended toys can be played in different ways with no definite end. They help with pretend play and language development. Books, mirrors, and dolls are all open ended toys.
It’s important for your child to experience both toy types and to have plenty of opportunities to play!
Don’t forget play helps your child:
Learn about the world
Develop language skills
Work on motor skills
Develop important life skills
Get playing!
