Alphabetic Wooden Blocks - 27 pieces

Alphabetic Wooden Alphabet Blocks - 27 pieces

Description:

Dimension: 14.5 x 14.5 x 10.7cm

Material: pine wood

For centuries, parents understanding the connection between play and development have made alphabet blocks standard equipment of the well-stocked toy box.

History:

• Alphabet blocks appeared as early as 1693, when the philosopher John Locke pointed out that “dice and play-things, with the letters on them to teach children the alphabet by playing” would make learning to read a more enjoyable experience.
  
• A century and a quarter later, Friedrich Wilhelm August Froebel, a museum curator who pioneered kindergarten, introduced geometric solids carved from wood. Known as Froebel’s “gifts,” they soon led to alphabet blocks.
  
• In 19th century America, these toys found their way into most schools, marketed as tools to help children to recognize shapes of letters before learning to read.
  
• Nowadays, virtually all American pre-schools and many home playrooms store alphabet blocks. Traditionally, homemade blocks prevailed.