It’s widely known that sorting objects is a multifaceted skill builder for toddlers and preschoolers. In our preschooling-at-home, we try to use sorting activities weekly to build fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination. It’s so much more fun if the sorting activity has an element of fun and whimsy!
The Sorting Suitcase by Learning Resources has just that. The suitcase is a sturdy cardboard case with real working buckles to hold it closed. It closes up so compactly for easy travel and storage!
The Sorting Suitcase is full of 40 double-sided clothing cards (shirts, pants, socks, and shoes) that vary in color and pattern. Also included are 15 double-sided activity cards. The cards range from easy (“Find all the blue socks”) to more challenging (“Make a pattern with three different colors”).
My two have a ball with the Sorting Suitcase whenever they pull it out. One big plus is that it requires sharing and teamwork — two things we’re practicing really hard right now!
One great things about kids and games: After a few plays, they begin to come up with new ways to play with the same thing. Rainey’s favorite “variation” is to see what kinds of funky outfit pairings she can create!
You can purchase this Sorting Suitcase directly from Learning Resources’ online store for $19.99, or via a selection of online stores who carry Learning Resources products.
Win it! Courtesy of Learning Resources, one of you can win their Sorting Suitcase for your own little guys and gals! For a chance to win, browse Learning Resources’ other stellar educational toys and learning aids and tell me, in one comment, another item you (or your child) would love. I’ll close this contest next Wednesday, August 26th, 2009 at 11pm EST. Sorry; US entries only. Good luck!
CONTEST IS NOW CLOSED.
Congratulations to commenter #26, Heather H., the winner of the Sorting Suitcase!
Candie L (2 years ago)
I like the Anatomy Apron. Thank you
Betsy (2 years ago)
I would love to win the Let’s Pretend Playbrix! My kids love to build, and these blocks are large yet lightweight so no injuries will occur when towers are knocked down! Thanks!!
Crystal Allen (2 years ago)
i also like the Moose Track Math Bingo
thanks clallen at ntin dot net
Heather H. (2 years ago)
My sister got the great suitcase. She says she is perplexed because she is not sure if she wants to save it for her own baby or bring them into her classroom.
Thank You Again,
Heather