If you've ever wondered, "What is a sensory board, Montessori board, or busy board?" then read on to find out why these toys are so popular and why you should get one for your child. Busy boards have a simple philosophy: they are mostly made of wood and include real items for kids to explore. Busy boards are designed to encourage the development of sensory and fine motor skills in children aged 6 months to preschool. When children learn to grab objects, they want to play with anything they can get their hands on. A sensory board includes door knockers and handles, light switches, ribbons, laces, buttons, and other similar elements. Montessori boards, on the other hand, come with real-life tools such as nuts, bolts, screwdrivers, wrenches, and other similar elements. (Montessori boards are only recommended for children aged three and up.) By touching the board and playing...