The PlaySteps^® Books
NOTE : Toys must be purchased separately. They are not included with PlaySteps® books.

What are PlaySteps books? Each book provides clear picture sequences of a simple toy construction. Only one or two blocks at a time are added so the steps are highlighted for the child. Initially the parent or teacher shows the child how to use the pictures, then gradually reduces the help provided until the child is able to build alone. PlaySteps Levels 1,2 and 3 are gradually more complex, increasing the number of pieces and the dexterity needed to complete them.

Wall level 1

This PlaySteps book teaches a beginner's level 1 construction. Eleven pieces are needed to build the 5 layer two dimensional walls. The blocks are all the same size, and each layer is a different color to make the steps more easily recognizable. The overlapping pieces, in a typical 'brick' pattern, allow the child to practice this basic task with large or small toy parts. Since each layer has one less block than the preceding one, the child learns to pay attention to block placement relative to other pieces. Several pages include short written scripts, to encourage students who are interested in words and letters.
Product Code : PLA100

Spinner level 1

This PlaySteps book teaches a beginner's level 1 construction. Only seven pieces are needed to complete the three dimensional spinner, and the child learns to make choices between sticks of different sizes to complete the construction correctly. Four 'sticks' are symmetrically placed in the 'wheel'. Building the spinner encourages the child to use both hands and challenges eye-hand coordination. When the last two 'sticks' are inserted the child can spin the top easily. Several pages include short written scripts, to encourage students who are interested in words and letters.
Product Code : PLA101

Robot level 2

This PlaySteps book teaches a beginner level 2 construction. Fifteen blocks are needed with two different block sizes and three colors included in the construction. Initially two blocks (same color, same size) are presented, and the child creates the robot legs by building side by side. In later steps blocks of different sizes are pictured on the 'get these' pages. Keeping these blocks the same color helps the child focus on the important size difference. Several pages include short written scripts, to encourage students who are interested in words and letters.
Product Code : PLA102