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How to Buy Waldorf Educational Toys

Waldorf toys encourage pretend play and stimulate children's imaginations with natural materials. Waldorf toys complement Waldorf educational philosophies, and are sought after by parents and educators, many of whom appreciate Waldorf-based education, Montessori philosophies and natural family living. As more families move away from plastic, commercialized toys and look for more natural-based products, Waldorf toys have grown in both demand and availability. Read on to learn how to buy Waldorf educational toys.

Instructions

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  Shop for Waldorf play kitchens, which are made from wood with a natural finish, such as Lucy's Wooden Play Kitchen from Three Sisters Toys. Add wooden dishes and metal pots and gather acorns for play food.
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  Look at Waldorf dolls, such as the Zonnekind dolls made from all-natural materials including silk, wool cotton and sometimes wood. These dolls encourage a child's imagination with soft features that mean the child has to give the doll an expression and feelings.
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  Consider Waldorf play stands and silks. These Waldorf toys encourage imaginative play as children build forts, homes, caves and dress-up costumes using dyed silks.
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  Add to your list dress-up Waldorf toys. Children love to play pretend with wooden swords, shield and a knight costume complete with a leather tunic. Look for a leather American Indian costume, Viking helmet and shield set and silk mermaid costume at Willow Tree Toys online.
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  Buy practical Waldorf toys such as a wooden and metal gardening set made especially for little hands. Biscuit cutters in a tin are another practical Waldorf toy that children can use for real-life practical work. Find a set at Waldorf Toys online.

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