Toys are not only an instrument of entertainment but are often an important companion in the development and learning process for the child. Among such, Connetix magnetic tiles have gained recognition for their endless possibilities that can provoke creativity in children. Of these, the Connetix Track Magnetic Tiles propose a few more ways to be at play- a variety that allows an immense number of building, creating, and exploring opportunities. In this blog, we are going to see how to make full utilization of magnetic tiles- Connetix track and construct creative structures for developing hands-on skills and imagination in children.
Difference Between Connetix Track Magnetic Tiles and Basic Magnetic Tiles
First of all, please let me explain the difference between the set of Connetix magnetic tiles with tracks and the basic set. Apart from the tracks, this set of tracks contains a special kind of hollow magnetic tile, different from the solid magnetic tiles in the basic set. These hollow tiles are essential because they enable you to connect different tracks.
Both track and basic sets are compatible with each other and can be combined for more creative building. If your child already has 200 pieces of the basic Connetix magnetic tiles, the addition of just the track set will work great. If you only have 100, it may be worth expanding to 200 pieces first before adding the track set. This isn’t just for quantity’s sake, but with more parts, the facilitation of open-ended play opens right up, where children can express their creativity without constraint.
Fun Play Ideas with Connetix Track Magnetic Tiles
Toddler-Friendly Sorting Game (Ages 2+)
Perhaps one of the standout activities to make with the track set has got to be building the tracks themselves for balls to go down. The younger ones, about 2 years old, may find the construction of the tracks a bit difficult without accidentally knocking them down. Instead, you can engage them in simpler games, like sorting the balls by colour, with magnetic tiles. Using the hollow magnetic tiles as a tunnel is a quick setup for ball-sorting games. This is a great way of capturing the curiosity that younger children have in holes and tunnels.
Using Tracks to Create Shapes, Ages 3+
Traditionally, tracks are used for running balls; however, they can also be used as an integral part of the structures. Your child may create shapes like spaceships or even practical objects such as a watering can! For example, a spaceship built with Connetix track tiles can “land” on an alien base as a bedtime imaginative, creative game. A more ingenious example is a watering can design using track pieces. With a little imagination, the handle and spout of the can can be visualized using track pieces. You never know what kids come up with when letting their imaginations run wild.
Seasonal Fun: Christmas Tree and Kaleidoscope
These magnetic tiles can also be used by kids during the holiday season to make festive items, like a Christmas tree. While this may not be the perfect creation in style and form for a grown-up, this kind of creation is very significant for kids because they get to experience the joy of creating something important. At one time, my kid turned a simple creation into a kaleidoscope with colour changes, simple yet mesmerizing!
Creative Open-Ended Play
One thing that can be taken into consideration is that open-ended toys, let children engage in free play: setting rules and exploring their creativity. While adults follow instructions or guidelines taken off social media, it is otherwise quite the opposite with children. They love inventing new ways of playing. A simple ball game can be turned into a table football game when the hollow tiles are set as ball pockets.
This is just a point to note, though: while playing with Connetix, the pieces may scratch due to wear and tear from constant use. Adults may worry since that does not look nice, but kids would just be into their playing experience rather than how well everything should look.
The Connetix of My Playroom are not only educational for kids of different ages; they entertain them with endless hours of creative fun. Whether it be sorting balls, building spaceships, or making holiday decorations, these tiles help unleash their creativity. Combining both the track and basic sets, the possibilities indeed go endless for new exciting creations every day. The track set is an excellent addition to those who already have the basic set or are just starting to expand their child’s adventure in the building.
