Playing and learning in daycare

Exactly. Our daycare toys are safety-focused and suitable for children of different ages, including toddlers and older children. Safety is a top priority in our selection.

Cleaning daycare toys is essential to maintaining a clean and hygienic environment for children.

Follow the steps below:

1. Gather supplies: Gather cleaning supplies such as mild soap, lukewarm water, disinfectant wipes and a clean cloth or sponge.
2. Sort toys: Separate toys according to their material (e.g. plastic, plush, wood).
3. Wash toys:
4. For plastic toys, use mild soap and lukewarm water.
5. For plush toys, follow the care instructions.
6. For wooden toys, wipe with a damp cloth.
7. Disinfect: Use disinfectant wipes or a child-safe solution of disinfectant and water to disinfect toys. Concentrate on frequently touched surfaces.
8. Rinse and dry: Rinse toys thoroughly with clean water and allow to air dry. Make sure there's no soap residue.
9. Inspect for damage: Check for broken or damaged toys. Remove or repair them to avoid potential hazards.

Daycare toys need to be cleaned regularly to maintain a clean and safe environment. Consider these cleaning frequencies:

Daily: Toys that are handled a lot and toys used during meals or snacks should be cleaned and disinfected daily.

Weekly: On a weekly basis, perform a more thorough cleaning of all toys, including those in storage.

Monthly: On a monthly basis, perform a thorough cleaning of the entire play area, including shelves, bins and playing surfaces.

When choosing toys for your daycare center, put safety first by considering the following factors:

1. Age-appropriateness: Make sure that toys are age-appropriate and do not contain small parts that could present a choking hazard.
2. Material: Choose toys made from non-toxic, child-safe materials that are easy to clean and maintain.
3. Durability: Select robust toys that can withstand regular use and frequent cleaning without breaking or becoming dangerous.
4. Supervision: Ensure that children are supervised during playtime to prevent accidents and promote safe play.

Creating an organized and attractive play space for toddlers and children is essential to fostering a fun and developmentally enriching atmosphere. Here are some valuable ways to help you achieve this goal:

Bins and storage units: Use our storage units and shelves to categorize and organize toys by type or theme, making them easily accessible.

Labels: Label bins or shelves with pictures or words to help children identify where each toy belongs.

Rotation: Vary the toys available periodically to keep playtime fresh and exciting, especially for toddlers.

Clean-up routine: Establish a clean-up routine, teaching children to put toys back in their designated place after playtime.

Accessibility: Store frequently-used toys within easy reach of children, while placing less-used items on higher shelves.

By following these practices, you can create an organized, safe daycare layout that encourages independent play and fosters responsibility in children.

Symbolic play is a type of play in which children use their creativity to interpret different roles according to their scenarios and take part in activities that imitate real-life situations. This form of play involves the use of toys and props as well as their imagination to imitate roles such as doctor, chef, astronaut or parent.

Symbolic play plays a crucial role in a child's development, offering many advantages:

1. Cognitive development: Simulation play reinforces cognitive skills such as problem-solving, decision-making and logical thinking as children create and navigate their imaginary worlds.
2. Social and emotional development: Promotes social interaction, empathy and emotional regulation as children role-play, collaborate with peers and navigate complex social situations.
3. Language development: Simulation play encourages language development by supporting vocabulary development, storytelling and communication skills.
4. Creativity and imagination: It nurtures creativity and imagination by enabling children to invent scenarios, characters and stories, thus stimulating their artistic and inventive abilities.

Yes, our wooden building blocks are carefully selected for toddlers. They encourage the development of fine motor skills and spatial perception, while guaranteeing a safe and enjoyable play experience.