What is it and why do we need it?
Free Play ●
Child-directed, unstructured creative “free play” is critical to a child’s intellectual, social, physical and emotional development;
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Big block play combines all of the benefits of block play on a larger scale in a safe environment;
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Addresses a broader spectrum of play needs through opportunities for fantasy and cooperative play;
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Inspire children to design their own inventions, environments, and activities.
*Research shows that children who have experienced varied and challenging play are considerably better prepared to benefit from ongoing formal education.
Inclusive ●
Unlike toys and games, blocks don’t dictate to children the way they’re meant to be played;
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Crucial for the children with special needs: combines the sensory, motor, and intellectual development benefits of block play in a flexible and adaptable format that encourages greater collaboration and physical activity.
Universal ●
An endless variety of play patterns: construction, pretend play, role-playing and inventing their own games;
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Can be used for recess, after school, physical therapy, academic instructions, etc.
Safe ●
a lightweight foam that is non-toxic and microbe and mold resistant;
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soft and friendly to the touch yet dense and firm enough to build structures and shapes.
Durable ●
made of a dense, light-weight foam that is waterproof and resistant to weather conditions such as sun, heat, and cold.
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blocks are washable, long lasting and can be recycled;
Unique ●
no alternative on the market.
Big Blue Blocks Sets each set for 20 - 25 children to play (4 - 5 blocks per child) Designed for large indoor or outdoor spaces such as gyms, playgrounds, parks, etc.
Number of parts: 105 in 15 different shapes Min space requirement: 225 square feet Price: $6,475.00 per set Storage Cart: $ ? x 2 per set or 5 bags ($300 x 5)
Medium Blue Blocks Sets each set for 15 – 20 children to play (15 – 20 blocks per child) ●
Half the size of the big blocks for smaller indoor or outdoor spaces such as classrooms.
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Modular, rectilinear parts are easy to stack, line up and move around.
Number of parts: 300 in 15 different shapes Min space requirement: 225 square feet Price: $1,250.00 per set Storage Bag: $300.00 x 3 per set