Aug 04, 2026

[Let's play with 1000 pieces of building blocks] 20 ideas for projects you'll want to try this summer! Part 1: Introducing masterpieces by children (and some by adults too!)

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Summer vacation is a great opportunity for children to take their time to "think" and "create." Although building blocks are often thought of as a toy for young children, the more pieces there are, the wider the scope for creativity...

Jul 31, 2026

Immediately Useful in Childcare Series Part 3: Block Play for 5-Year-Olds ~Fostering Cooperation, Communication, and Creativity~

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Around age 5, block play evolves from "building alone" to "collaborating with friends to create." Children are increasingly observed discussing how to proceed with their play, with comments such as, "How can we make it stronger?", "Let's build a city...

Jul 17, 2026

[Building Block Study Series ⑧] Let's look from different angles! Learning "Solids and Nets" with Building Blocks｜Play Ideas by Age Group

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"What shape does this block look like from the side?" "It looks like a different shape from above than it did before!" When playing with blocks, children sometimes notice that the shape changes depending on the viewing angle. In elementary...

Jul 14, 2026

[Building Blocks for Study Series 7] Learning "Symmetry" with Building Blocks | Play Ideas for Ages 0-6

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"The left and right sides are the same shape, aren't they?" "It's like looking in a mirror!" Have you ever made such a discovery? In elementary school, students learn about "line symmetry" and "point symmetry," but the foundational understanding for...

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[Let's play with 1000 pieces of building blocks] 20 ideas for projects you'll want to try this summer! Part 1: Introducing masterpieces by children (and some by adults too!)

Immediately Useful in Childcare Series Part 3: Block Play for 5-Year-Olds ~Fostering Cooperation, Communication, and Creativity~

[Building Block Study Series ⑧] Let's look from different angles! Learning "Solids and Nets" with Building Blocks｜Play Ideas by Age Group

[Building Blocks for Study Series 7] Learning "Symmetry" with Building Blocks | Play Ideas for Ages 0-6