New! Viga Polar B Collection – Xylophone

This cute bear shaped xylophone with soft colors is the perfect musical toy to introduce to your little one. Your child pounds away with delightful musical tones that entertain for hours.

What are some benefits of musical toys?

1. PROMOTES CREATIVITY

2. BOOSTS COGNITIVE SKILLS AND SENSORY DEVELOPMENT

A lot of research has been done on the benefits of music for young brains as it stimulates neural pathways and promotes critical thinking and problem-solving skills. It is thought that the patterns and rhythms of music help the brain to become faster and more efficient at transmitting information. Babies and toddlers who are exposed to music perform better in areas such as language development, speech, listening and reading skills.

3. DEVELOPS GROSS AND FINE MOTOR SKILLS

It can be tricky for little fingers to master the coordination required to hold and play musical toys. Correctly striking a drum or xylophone, for example, requires proper handling of drum sticks, and good hand-eye coordination. A variety of wooden instrument toys of different sizes, shapes and types will encourage different muscle areas to strengthen and develop.

4. TEACHES PATIENCE

Playing musical instruments, like any skill, takes time to master. Children will enjoy the sense of achievement they get from learning through play as they are gradually able to repeat familiar tunes or patterns, or maintain a steady rhythm. Toddler toys are also a great way to introduce the concept of waiting and turn-taking to young children to promote positive social interactions.