Demonstrate how to match each shape to its corresponding slot on the toy, or you can encourage your child to sort the shapes independently and watch them grow in confidence. DEVELOP COLOUR RECOGNITION: Children learn to match the name of colours to their shapes. This enhances their colour recognition abilities. LEARN ABOUT SHAPES: Children learn about different shapes as they play as the distinct shapes make it easier for them to differentiate between pieces. GROWING MOTOR SKILLS: Manipulating the shapes and aligning them with the slots requires a pincer grasp, where the thumb and index finger work together. MULTIFUNCTIONAL BLOCKS: The 6 blocks have different functions: the triangle makes sounds, the cross has a mirror and each of the other 4 blocks have a different coloured plexiglass sheet. COLOUR MIXING WHEEL: By moving the colour dial, children can learn how colours are mixed by looking at the transparent coloured plexiglass.