Balance Game - Hang & Extend, Junior
What makes this product special
Toys for learning through play
Play is essential for children’s learning, well-being, and development. Through play, children learn about themselves and the world around them.
Play helps children:
• stay curious
• focus and become absorbed in what they're doing
• take on age-appropriate challenges
• build confidence
We believe children learn best by doing things for themselves:
• by making mistakes
• by getting messy
• by falling down and getting back up again
Resilience, confidence, and courage grow through experience, one small step at a time.
That's why we carefully choose toys that encourage independence, imagination, movement, and social skills — offering just the right balance of support, freedom, and opportunities to grow.
Carefully selected toys
We carefully handpick every toy from the vast world of toys available today. The only toys that make it into our range are ones we'd be happy to give our own children.
Every toy at ToyAcademy should:
• support learning through play
• be made from durable, high-quality materials
• be safe and enjoyable for children to play with
20 years of experience as parents and professionals
We're a Danish company founded in 2005, and we're parents too. We know what it's like to want the very best toys for your children.
Our mission is clear:
Toys should support children’s development, well-being, and confidence through play.
90-day returns
Shop with peace of mind — especially when buying gifts.
You have 90 days to return your purchase, giving you extra flexibility and peace of mind.
If you happen to choose the wrong toy, you can easily exchange it or return it.
What makes this product special
Suitable for ages 4 yrs. to 7 yrs.
Many children love games with clear and defined rules. And such games can be a nice contrast to wild, free play with friends at school or kindergarten - games have rules, and for many children that can be a relief.
Moreover, playing games gives your child an opportunity to learn to cope with the feeling of losing a game. We suggest that you don't always let your child win when you play a game. Learning how to handle disappointment in safe surroundings with you makes your child resilient. After all, you will not be there to shield your child from defeat and disappointment later in life when they are on their own.
The activity is great for your child's well-being and ability to learn:
- Helps your child sharpen their fine motor skills.
- A great way to help your child get better at focusing.
| Item number | 46-14276 |
|---|---|
| Age | 4 yrs., 5 yrs. , 6 yrs. , 7 yrs. |
| Function | Fine motor skills, Shape and colour recognition, Hand-eye coordination, Concentration, Logical thinking, Cause and effect |
| Material | Metal, Wood |
| Size in cm: | 11 x 28,5 cm. |
Do you know Melissa & Doug?
For many years now, the play enthusiasts at ToyAcademy have enjoyed a good friendship with the skilled toy makers at American Melissa & Doug. The Melissa & Doug team know what children want in a toy, and what toys capture their attention, spark their curiosity, and help their brains and bodies learn.The playthings are durable and versatile, so most of the toys can be played with in a number of different ways. This makes the toys extra sustainable, as they can be played with in various ways without additional consumption of nature's resources and energy. And every single year, the company wows us with exciting new ideas for toys.
See all our products from Melissa & Doug here.
Delivery time: 2-4 business days
We aim to ship your order as quickly as possible. In most cases, you’ll receive it within 2-4 business days. Occasionally, minor delays may occur.
Please note: During busy periods, such as Christmas or Black Friday, delivery times may be slightly longer.
Returns
You have 90 days to return your purchase. That gives you extra peace of mind, especially when buying gifts. If you happen to choose the wrong toy, you can easily exchange it or return it.
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