How safe is it for your child..
Modeling clay is a must-have product for your child during the CBC Early Learning years. It offers a range of benefits and supports holistic development. From cognitive, and fine motor skills to emotional and social growth. It encourages your child to explore, experiment, and develop essential life skills. However, not all modeling clays in the market are friendly to your child, and it's important you take note of what exactly to look for when purchasing these clays.
At BooksLab we recommend you opt for modeling clays that are safe for children and have labels like safety formula, non-toxic, chemical-free, PVC-free, renewable, bio-degradable, or water-based. This is especially crucial because your child might explore by touching or even tasting the clay.
Ensure the clay is soft and pliable. Young hands prefer soft and pliable clay for easy manipulation and kneading. It helps them mold and shape their imaginations with much ease. Choose clay that doesn’t dry out too quickly as your child might take more time to shape and mold out some of his/her creations.
Children love brilliant and vibrant colours. Always try to get your child a set with various assorted colours. Different bright colours can help enhance their creativity, engagement, and imagination.
How you store the clay after play is important. Consider how the clay is packaged. Is it in individual containers that can be sealed and kept separately or in a single pack? Good storage will help maintain the clay’s freshness, prevents colours from mixing together, and ensure the clay is clean for the next use.
Your child will definitely be rolling and kneading the clay on different surfaces and areas around the house. How washable and easy to clean the clay is, from the surfaces and clothes is a plus for you and your child.
In the article, we have tried to highlight some of the major things to consider while purchasing CBC modeling clay, but when in doubt you can always read the product reviews, ask for recommendations from other parents or your child’s teacher, or purchase from our store. We put much consideration into the brands we stock for the safety of all learners.
