Construction toys provide children with the autonomy to ideate and create unique designs, then problem-solve to modify and perfect their creations. Through building, children learn perseverance, explore with trial and error, and discover basic math and engineering principles. As building requires the use of two hands together and fine motor coordination, children end up practicing those skills naturally as they play. Many construction toys also develop muscles in the hands, which are necessary for tasks like writing, eating, closing buttons, and opening snacks A recent study has shown that those who played with building toys as children have higher visual-spatial abilities as adults. Luckily, there are endless fantastic construction products out there.

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Here is a list of a few exciting open-ended magnetic construction toys that have caught my eye, that hopefully you and your children will love as well.

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1) Magna-Tiles Solid Colors