Constructive play occurs when children use toys, loose parts, or materials to build or create something new. Here, at Little Genius International we encourage this kind of play since it develops essential skills like planning, assembling, stacking, and testing. As children experiment with construction, they explore and discover new ideas.
Research highlights the importance of constructive play in developing key abilities through hands-on learning. It allows children to ask questions, test their ideas, and make independent decisions, which helps boost their growth and critical thinking skills.
It also represents a shift from simple functional play to more complex symbolic play, as children engage with different materials, enhancing their cognitive development. Additionally, they practice problem-solving by figuring out which methods work to achieve their desired outcomes and which do not.