Turns out building blocks can be really helpful in building your child's personality. According to a study conducted by the Purdue University semi-structured block play among preschool-age children has the potential to improve two skills - mathematics and executive functioning - critical to kindergarten readiness. As an early childhood expert I feel like I'm constantly being asked by parents and teachers 'What can I do with my child to support their school readiness skills?' said researcher Sara Schmitt. What I find myself saying a lot among other things is block play. But there's actually not a lot of empirical evidence to