There are many important mathematics concepts that can be acquired through block play. Children can learn concepts such as seriation, classification, and equivalence while playing with blocks. For example, a child might sort the blocks from shortest to tallest. For example, two squares placed next to each other can create a rectangle.
Blocks also lend themselves well to dramatic play.
Children can use their creativity to problem solve and explore the world around them as they create skyscrapers, farms, ships, zoos, houses, etc. with their blocks.