Building block center ideas

Block centers aren’t just filled with blocks anymore
Standard wooden blocks, also called unit blocks, such as the ones available from Dr. Drews Blocks, have long been a staple in block centers, but they don’t have to be the only ingredient. Today, unit blocks come in all shapes and sizes and are made from a variety of materials.

All block center manipulatives should:
encourage open ended play,
develop hand-eye coordination,
develop gross & fine motor skills,
encourage language skills,
require thought/concentration & assembly

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