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Soft Blocks Add Some Cushion to What Baby Builds

The higher the build, the softer the fall.

The higher the build, the softer the fall. Tots love to build towers only to have them tumble. To avoid small builders getting bumped, soft blocks – often made from foam or rubber – are a more cushioned alternative to wood versions. Here are five options to inspire tykes to keep constructing!




Clockwise from top left: EduShape Wood-Like Soft Blocks ($36), Rubbablox Rubber Building Blocks ($35), Haba Wonder Dice ($29), Chubby soft activity blocks ($40), EduShape Brick-Like Foam Blocks ($18).

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The 12 Ages of Christmas: 5-Year-Olds

Instead of the 12 days of Christmas, we're celebrating the ages and the toys that go along with them.

Instead of the 12 days of Christmas, we're celebrating the ages and the toys that go along with them. Keep an eye out for your age group as we tick along throughout the season!

On the fifth day of Christmas, yours truly gave to thee... a wooden counting tree kit ($65)! What does leftover wood plus a deck of cards equal? A sustainable learning toy. Tots who enjoy stacking up and knocking down will be fascinated by this learning game that is made from logs and tree bits. Youngsters will gain knowledge in counting, adding, subtracting and other mathematical skills all while having fun doing it. Pull the dice and deck of 96 educational cards out of the canvas tote and turn a lesson into an entertaining experience. A roll of the dice and challenges adds up to one good time and bulked up brainpower.

Check out what we suggest for the other ages of Christmas!