John Crane have used their experience in wooden toys to create their own range of toys for children.  A captivating collection of stunning toys was born that included toys for role play, educational toys, preschool toys and pretend play, known as Branching Out toys.

Every toy in the Branching Out collection promised traditional play value, whilst taking modern trends into account, fantastic quality and design.  The bright colours and adorable graphics appeal to both parents and children.

All of the Branching Out toys are produced in carefully selected factories that meet strict criteria specified by John Crane Ltd, meeting quality, social and environmental requirements.  The wood used is from replenishable sources.

This collection of beautiful toys has evolved into Tidlo - Timeless Toys.  Tidlo toys are excellent value and high quality.  The toys are bright and colourful, promote fun play and develop imagination and physical skills.  Gradually, all of the Branching Out toys will evolve into Tidlo - Timeless Toys.  All Tidlo toys have learning icons on the front of the box to show parents what skills are being encouraged by playing with each toy. 

Tidlo Toys for toddlers on the move include the popular wooden Balance Bikes in pink, red and blue.  These wooden first bikes for children are suitable for children aged 3 - 6 years old, and are the ideal way to introduce children to riding a bicycle!  The bikes feature an easy carry handle.  They are delivered flat packed and require simple home assembly.  New for 2011 are the red scooter and the blue motorbike.  Both are adorable balance bikes for toddlers learning those essential balancing skills!

When your child can sit upright and hold up his head, he will become interested in the world around him.  Baby will be intrigued by sounds, and any toys that feature different parts or sections will provide an excellent stimulus.  Tidlo puzzles are fantastic toys for this stage of a child's development as they are colourful and the pieces are chunky.  As your child starts to try to crawl, look for toys that roll or have wheels.

Tidlo pretend play toys encourage an independent toddler to play 'life inspired' games such as cooking, play with tools in a workshop or serving in a shop.  New for 2011 is Daisy Tabletop Kitchen and the Kitchen Station.  The High Tea Shape Matching set is a very popular choice.

The Tidlo Small World toys include the Paragon Pirate Ship for realistic pretend play activities, and the popular Oldfield Farm. 

Take a look at the variety of educational children's toys from Branching Out, including the Magnetic Jungle Animags, Nature Lacing Beads and the Jungle Pop Up.  These are all popular wooden toys for children that promote the development of fine motor skills, whilst a child is playing. 

Wooden baby toys are also available including Magnetic Wobbly Stackers, which are smooth wooden stacking pieces that magnetically stack together to make the adorable character that baby will love!

Don't forget - Branching Out toys will all soon be branded Tidlo Timeless Toys, but the excellent value and high quality will stay the same!