This is a new feature that we will be updating each week. We will be giving you an in-depth look at one of our favorite toys!
This week we are featuring Sticky Mosaics by The Orb Factory. We absolutely love these for all children ages 5 - 9. A lot of the themes are geared towards girls, but they have some new products releasing this spring that should excite the boys as well - see the 3-dimensional castle below!
The basic idea behind the mosaic is a printed heavy cardboard "scene" that is covered with numbered squares. Children take the small sticky foam squares and cover the corresponding number on the cardboard. We especially love this product because it's easy for the child to learn and does not require supervision (no glue, no markers, no paint!!). The kits even come with plastic picture hangers so the finished product can be hung for all to admire.
These kits have been praised by educators for helping children with their eye-hand coordination and fine motor skills. In fact, many nursing homes are now using these products to help the elders in their care maintain and increase their finger dexterity and coordination.Check out our entire line-up of Sticky Mosaics at piggyyroo.com. At under $15 for most kits, they are a perfect birthday gift for all the crafty kids on your list!
