De-stimulating after school: the role of creative play and imagination – BonoboBox
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De-stimulating after school: the role of creative play and imagination!

De-stimulating after school: the role of creative play and imagination!

After a long day at school filled with learning activities, homework and concentration, children often need some free time to relax and de-stress. It is essential to give them the opportunity to let off steam and express their creativity. In this blog post we will discuss why de-stressing after school is crucial and how our products can play a valuable role in this process.

Colorful shells in sand

Why de-stimulating after school is important

Children are often exposed to a busy school day full of set challenges. In addition to learning, they also have to engage in social interactions and adjust to the structure of school life. It is understandable that after school, they may sometimes feel tired, stressed, or overwhelmed. Here are some reasons why de-stimulating after school is vital:

  1. Stress Reduction : Relaxing activities after school can help reduce stress and anxiety in children. It gives them a chance to decompress and mentally calm down.

  2. Encouraging creativity : Free time playing with creative materials encourages children to use their imagination and develop new ideas.

  3. Social Skills : During play, children can improve their social skills through cooperation, sharing and compromise.

  4. Cognitive Skills : After-school play is an educational experience in itself. Children learn important skills such as problem solving, spatial awareness, and language development during playtime. Knowledge is also retained better because they are allowed to play at their own pace and in their own world.

How BonoboBox can help

Our mission begins with providing educational and gross motor toys for children. We offer a full range of sensory and motor toys . In addition, we offer a range of high-quality products specifically designed to encourage creativity and play and accessories to add to your sensory box. Here are some of our popular items:

Playfoam

Example of playfoam set with number cards

Playfoam is a unique moldable foam that doesn't leave a mess. Kids can make their own creations, like sculptures, shapes, and even letters. It's a great way to promote fine motor skills and artistic expression.

Playsand

Cutting in kinetic sand

Our playsand feels soft and supple, allowing children to dig, build and shape. Each set also includes a variety of tools for your child to get started with. It encourages sensory exploration and imaginative play.

Pix

Piks allows children to create colorful, three-dimensional constructions. It helps develop spatial insight and problem-solving skills.

Magnetic toys

Our magnetic toys and boards offer endless possibilities for building, free play and pattern making, encouraging creativity and improving hand-eye coordination.

Conclusion

It is clear that after-school de-stimulation plays a crucial role in children’s development. It allows them to relax, be creative and acquire important skills. At BonoboBox we are here to help parents and carers support this important aspect of a typical day.

Let your children express themselves, explore and create – they will not only enjoy it, but also find peace, gain self-knowledge and learn essential coping mechanisms.

Visit our website to explore our full range and find the perfect products for your children's after-school de-stimulation. We are always here to help you make the best choice for your family.

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