There are both short and long term positive effects of playing with construction toys. For instance, kids can learn basic colors and shapes while also learning visual-spatial awareness which will help develop future reading and writing skills

Main Features:
Enhancing spatial awareness: Building toys help kids enhance their visual-spatial skills which is crucial for reading readiness
Encouraging thinking and reasoning: These skills are what make children become well-rounded, independent and successful adults
Involving focus and patience: Children need to work slowly and carefully to be successful at creating their designs
Sparking the imagination: Building toys allow children to create their own fantasy worlds and stories. Using the imagination boosts cognitive, academic, language and social growth