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The desire for children to play and explore is universal, which is why kids’ toys and games are still as popular as ever for keeping children entertained and helping them to develop. The Toy Association says that “Toys ignite a child’s imagination offering limitless possibilities. They also reflect cultural and societal trends unfolding within a generation.”

Play isn’t just about having fun, though. For children, play is as important as work is for adults - it helps them to learn, grow and understand the world around them. According to renowned physician and educator Maria Montessori, play helps children develop in these key areas:

• Voluntary, enjoyable, purposeful and spontaneous activity
• Using creativity to problem-solve and understand the world
• Developing social skills, language skills and physical skills 
• Broadens imagination to explore new ideas and concepts
• Helps the child to interact socially and adapt well to unfamiliar situations 
• Supports emotional wellbeing and coping with difficult emotions

So, if play is work for children, then toys and games are the tools which help them to work. Here’s an overview of what we can learn from current retail trends in children’s toys and games in 2021, and how these help children to learn, grow and develop.

ECO Kite | Kids Toy

£5.99

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Children's Play House | Green Bean Collection

£3.99

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Children's Jigsaw Puzzle | Green Bean and Friends™

£5.99

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Looking for ECO toys this Christmas?
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​Green Bean’s House is a fun eco-friendly toy that inspires imaginative play.

This year has seen some exciting releases in children’s animated TV shows, with offerings that are packed with adventures, educational entertainment, and exciting characters that children and parents alike will enjoy. 

If you’re bored of your children watching the same TV shows on repeat, here’s a few new options to try out in 2022.

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