Are magnetic toys safe for toddlers?

Is your toddler also attracted to magnetics and magnetic toys? That’s great! Playing with magnetic toys helps practice fine motor skills and coordination, tickles your little one’s curiosity and helps build visual memory and above all: it’s loads of fun! How does magnetism work and are magnets safe to play with?

How do magnets work?

Magnets attract or repel each other because of magnetism. Magnetism is caused by the motion of electric changes. All magnets have a magnetic north and south pole, and just like the cliché, opposite poles (a south and a north magnetic pole) attract while similar poles (e.g., two south poles) repel each other. You can recognise the north and south poles of SmartMax bars by their colours. Warm coloured bars have their south poles directed outwards, and cold coloured bars have their north poles directed outward. That’s why a green and a bleu SmartMax bar will always repel each other, while a pink and a green bar would attract.

Are magnetic toys from SmartMax safe?

The answer to this question is yes, they are safe! All SmartMax toys have been quality safety tested to make sure they are suited for toddlers and pre-schoolers. The magnets in these toys do not contain strong or powerful magnets that can harm your little one. The SmartMax parts are glued and welded for final assemble, making it impossible for your toddler to get to the magnet. On top of that, the parts are extra-large, making them easy to grab with little hands and because of their size they can’t be swallowed. Make sure when buying magnetic toys that they have a quality label and that they are age appropriate.

Are magnetic toys from SmartMax safe?

The answer to this question is yes, they are safe! All SmartMax toys have been quality safety tested to make sure they are suited for toddlers and pre-schoolers. The magnets in these toys do not contain strong or powerful magnets that can harm your little one. The SmartMax parts are glued and welded for final assemble, making it impossible for your toddler to get to the magnet. On top of that, the parts are extra-large, making them easy to grab with little hands and because of their size they can’t be swallowed. Make sure when buying magnetic toys that they have a quality label and that they are age appropriate.

What do kids learn by playing with magnets?

Magnets are very impressive for little kids, since they do not understand how it exactly works yet. They love to test out their possibilities, like sticking magnets on and pulling them from metal surfaces. In doing repeatingly so, they practice the fine motor skills of their hands and develop hand-eye coordination. Additionally, playing with magnets stimulates cognitive skills, like balancing and stacking, learning how to think logically and recognize shapes and colours. Try playing together with them to practice language, social skills and understanding emotions.

 

In conclusion, magnetic toys that are quality-tested, don’t contain strong magnets and that are age-appropriate are normally safe for your little one to play with. On top of that, these toys offer great possibilities and can benefit your little one’s development. Are you ready to start playing?

More information & Sources:

The Toy Association (November 2020). The Toy Association Statement on Magnets in Toys. Toyassociation.org. https://www.toyassociation.org/PressRoom2/IndustryStatements/ToySafety/statement-on-magnets.aspx