Meaningful Play Starts Here
Resources to help teachers and families make learning hands-on and fun!
Born from an educator’s vision, MAGNA-TILES building sets have grown into a beloved tool that helps children learn by doing. Discover what educators, experts, and families say about the developmental impact.
What Experts Say
Grounded in research and expert insight, our new white paper explores how play with manipulatives helps young learners build essential 21st-century skills.
Hands-on play with manipulatives like MAGNA-TILES building sets is more than just fun, it’s a powerful foundation for developing creativity, critical thinking, communication, and collaboration. These 4Cs are recognized as core competencies for success in school and beyond, preparing children to thrive in an increasingly complex and connected world.
Download our full White Paper “Impact of Play with Manipulatives/Building Objects on 3-6-Year-Olds' Development of 21st Century Skills“
What Families Say
Through a 3-week family study, parents of children ages 3–6 shared how at-home play with MAGNA-TILES sets inspired moments of learning, creativity, and connection.
Builds Focus: Families reported children stayed engaged for up to 45 minutes or more. That’s 2 - 4× longer than most kids their age typically stay focused!
Brings Siblings Together: 82% of families reported children played often with siblings, showing how MAGNA-TILES play naturally fosters collaboration and connection.
Sparks Creativity and Problem-Solving: Parents ranked creativity and problem-solving as the top benefits of MAGNA-TILES play, skills that build the foundation for learning.
Research conducted in the U.S. by Play Elevated LLC.
What Teachers Say
From sparking hands-on learning to standing up to daily classroom use, educators see the difference MAGNA-TILES brand makes. Here’s what they’re saying:
“We incorporate them into small-group lessons, whole-group instruction, and independent center activities. Students use MAGNATILES to build skills in phonological awareness, one-to-one counting, letter matching, numeral-to-quantity matching, and so much more. They make learning hands-on, engaging, and meaningful for every student.”
- Ms. Wade, Kindergarten Teacher, AR (Tik Tok: wade_works)
“Whether using them in play-based speech therapy or at home with my children, they create opportunities for storytelling, describing, following directions, problem solving, and social interaction.”
- Ms. Natalie, Speech-Language Therapist, NC (IG:daily.cup.of.speech)
“There are so many building toys on the market that are mass marketed and not built with care. MAGNA-TILES can withstand a kindergarten special education through daily use. That alone speaks for how durable and safe they are for kids! ”
- Ms. April, Kindergarten Special Education Teacher, PA (IG: Primarilykindersped)
Discover Free Play Guides
For families, inspiration that makes play meaningful. For educators, classroom-ready tools with standards alignment.
Explore play guides designed to build foundational skills for a successful transition to Kindergarten!
Shop Classroom Favorites
Bring hands-on learning to your classroom. Discover curated MAGNA-TILES sets and educator guides, with special pricing available for teachers and school staff.
Contact education@magnatiles.com to learn more.
Our Impact & Partnerships
Through partnerships with schools, museums, and community organizations, we’re expanding opportunities for children everywhere to learn through meaningful, hands-on play.
