FAQs and Help
Why is making things great for my child’s development?
Making things activates many of our children’s senses such as touch, taste, smell, sight and hearing but also movement and balance. These are exactly the same senses children use to make sense of the world around them.
By providing opportunities for children to actively use these senses through messy play, crafting and making we support brain development as it helps with building nerve connections in the brain’s pathways. In other words, these activities help them process information they receive and establish a stronger and quicker response to them.
In other words, it helps your little one to complete more complex learning tasks, supports language development, gross and fine motor skills, social interaction, problem solving skills and cognitive growth. And it’s a great tool for calming anxious and frustrated children as well.
It encourages independent thinking, imagination and creativity. Plus it’s a great way to spend quality time together, not in front of a screen. So let's get making!
What ages are your kits suitable for?
Our kits have been created specifically for children aged 3 to 7. We test all of our activities with Alex, 3, to check they are age appropriate. All of our activities should be closely supervised as they may contain small pieces which could be a choking hazard and may not be suitable for younger toddlers under 36 months.
What can I expect in an activity kit?
Your kit will contain 4 activities to encourage your little one to learn through play. Each kit also includes simple instructions for each activity and detailing why that activity is great for your child’s development. Our kits are ideal if you want to try a new activities without the mess or the preparation.
Please note the only thing we don't include is scissors
When can I expect to receive my kit?
Our Standard shipping is free and uses Royal Mail Second Class and you can expect to receive your kit within 1-5 working days from your order being dispatched.
We also offer faster delivery services if you need your order quicker using Royal Mail Tracked 24hr and 48hr, at extra cost. This will get you your item from the next working day, with the added comfort that you can track your order.
Is there be a subscription available?
Yes, our monthly activity themed kits are now available for subscription which you can skip, pause or cancel at any time. You can also buy 3, 6 or 12 month subscription upfront which can work out cheaper. You can find out more here.
At this time we don't offer subscriptions on our sensory kits, however if this is something you would be interested in, please let us know.
Will you be adding to your range?
Yes, we are always researching, testing and adding to our products. If you want to know more, or we don’t supply something you are interested in, then just drop us an email on hello@myminimaker.com.
What if something is not right with my kit?
As a small business we really want to ensure you have the best possible experience of our kits. In the first instance if there is anything wrong please get in contact with us so we can resolve it for you. Just drop us an email on hello@myminimaker.com.
I made a mistake, how can I return my kit?
We are sorry that you would like to return your kit, we have a 14-day return policy which you can find here. This means you have 14 days after receiving your item to request a return.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be in the same condition that you received it, unused, and in its original packaging. You’ll also need the receipt or proof of purchase. To start a return, you can contact us at hello@myminimaker.com.
If you have any questions in regard to any of our products and services then please don’t hesitate to get in touch with us hello@myminimaker.com