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Description:
Wooden toy cars are a popular and classic choice for children's play
Description
This wooden toy car set for kids includes 7 iconic London vehicles; a double decker bus, a black taxi, a fire engine, a police van, an ambulance and 2 sporty cars (compatible with wooden train tracks).
Suitable for ages - 3 years+
10 x 3 x 5cm
Ideas for play
Imaginary play involving wooden cars can be a delightful and creative activity for children. Here are some ideas to enhance their play experience:
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Build a Wooden Car Track:
- Create a track using wooden blocks or planks. Design a circuit with curves, straightaways, and intersections.
- Add ramps and bridges to make the track more interesting.
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Car Painting Station:
- Provide non-toxic paints and let the children paint their wooden cars. This adds a personal touch and allows for creative expression.
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Create a Cityscape:
- Use cardboard or other materials to create a cityscape for the wooden cars. Add buildings, trees, and other features to mimic a real city.
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Storytelling and Role-playing:
- Encourage children to create stories and scenarios for their wooden cars. This can involve assigning roles to different cars, such as a police car, fire truck, or race car.
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Car Wash Station:
- Set up a car wash station with a basin of soapy water and small brushes. Children can pretend to wash and clean their wooden cars.
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Traffic Signs and Signals:
- Introduce small traffic signs or signals made from cardboard. Teach the children about basic road rules and let them incorporate these into their play.
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Garage and Repair Shop:
- Create a garage area where the wooden cars can be "fixed" and "maintained." Use small tools or accessories for a more realistic experience.
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Obstacle Course:
- Set up an obstacle course with challenges like tunnels, hills, and obstacles. This adds an element of adventure to their play.
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Imaginary Destinations:
- Discuss and create imaginary destinations for the wooden cars, such as a magical forest, a dinosaur land, or a space station. This sparks creativity and imagination.
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Incorporate Other Toys:
- Combine the wooden cars with other toys, such as action figures or stuffed animals, to create diverse scenarios and interactions.
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Sound Effects:
- Encourage children to make their own sound effects as they play. The "vroom-vroom" of the cars or honking sounds can add to the immersive experience.
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Themed Play:
- Choose a theme for the play, such as a race day, a rescue mission, or a transportation adventure. This helps guide the children's imagination