Description
Toddlers begin using gross motor muscles as soon as they are born. Some of the actions are; to reach for something, pull themselves up or to open and close a bin drawer. These muscles are used in conjunction with hand-eye coordination and spatial awareness; each skill develops as they progress to more challenging actions.
This wooden box with bins appears to be a very simple toy, however, it works on a lot of the toddlers’ gross motor skills. Three bin drawers that open, coloured in three primary colours, red, blue and yellow, are a challenge to the young toddler.
The opening and closing of the drawers on the box with bins, requires muscle control, and focus. The understanding of object permanence also comes into play. As they advance, the color matching, and logic presents them with an extension to their vocabulary. This helps to refine fine motor skills, hand-eye coordination and wrist movement.
Size: 39cm x 12cm x 12cm / (15¼” x 4¾” x 4¾”)
The box is manufactured in birchply and the knobs are solid beechwood.
Further Reading and Resources:
“Through early experiences with such puzzle toys, children can develop many useful skills: handling materials, refining movement, completing a cycle of activity, carrying out logical steps in order solving problems.” Susan Mayclin Stephenson, The Joyful Child
Melanie Simms (verified owner) –
Very clever mechanism to keep the drawers angled in such a way that it doesnt come apart. Very good quality.