When to start educational games for a baby?

At myplayground, we know that a baby is a little explorer from their very first days. But many parents wonder: when should they start early learning games ? Is it from birth? What types of games should you choose, between wooden early learning games, Montessori early learning games, or activities at home? Don't panic: we'll explain everything you need to support your child's development, step by step.

Educational games from birth: yes, but which ones?

From birth, a baby is already ready to explore their environment. Early learning toys for babies don't yet resemble complex toys: they're simple elements that stimulate their senses. Consider mobiles hung above the crib, lightweight rattles, and play mats with a variety of textures.

These early activities give children the opportunity to begin visually tracking objects, listening to various sounds, and touching different materials. This is an essential first step that paves the way for further learning.

Introduce wooden and Montessori educational games from 3-6 months

When baby starts to grab objects (around 3-6 months), we can introduce wooden educational toys . Why wood? Because it is a natural, healthy, durable material that is pleasant to the touch. We can offer stacking rings , small cubes, wooden rattles , and simple nesting games.

Montessori educational toys are also perfect for this age: they're designed to encourage independence, develop fine motor skills, and hand-eye coordination. No need for noisy or flashing toys: here, the focus is on simplicity and effectiveness.

At myplayground, we choose wooden and Montessori toys that are appropriate for young children and that encourage without overwhelming.

Here's a lovely set of two-tone wooden numbers, perfect for sparking children's curiosity and introducing them to early learning while having fun. To discover it, click here !

Simple and effective homemade educational games

You don't need a mountain of toys to stimulate your baby. At home, you can create homemade educational toys with whatever you have on hand:

• Homemade sensory bottles.
• A basket filled with soft, rough, smooth fabrics.
• Everyday objects to be handled under supervision (wooden spoons, light boxes, etc.).

These little everyday games allow you to vary your discoveries, adapt the activities to the child's age and desires, and above all, share special moments together.

Educational games to support entry into kindergarten

As the child grows and enters kindergarten, educational games evolve. We move on to more complex activities: puzzles , construction games , role-playing games . Montessori games for this age help develop logic, autonomy, but also creativity.

We therefore offer on our site a selection of games adapted to each stage: from birth to kindergarten, to support learning while respecting the pace of each child.

From the very first days, babies are ready to explore. Early learning toys, then wooden toys, Montessori toys, and even homemade early learning toys, help stimulate their senses, motor skills, and curiosity.

At the house of At myplayground, we believe every moment of play is an opportunity to learn. Our goal: to offer developmentally friendly play without pressure or overload, allowing each child to flourish at their own pace... while having fun.

And if you are looking for activities that stimulate children's curiosity and sensory development, discover our article ➔ Busy boards or sensory boards: what are they?