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Toy Presentation. Helps them understand the world Use imagination Strengthen muscles Learn social skills Develop abilities Learn new words and ideas Pretend, experiment, create and imitate. Play Is Important. Even safe toys can harm when: They are used improperly - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
Toy Presentation
Play Is Important
• Helps them understand the world• Use imagination• Strengthen muscles• Learn social skills• Develop abilities• Learn new words and ideas• Pretend, experiment, create and imitate
Safety First
Even safe toys can harm when:1. They are used improperly2. Are too advanced for the child3. Are broken or damaged4. Used by unsupervised child
Making the Purchase
• Pay attention to suggested ages• Choose toys that fit the child’s skills, maturity, and
preferences• Keep younger siblings in mind• Make sure they are not easily broken and have lasting
value
Avoid These
Toys with:1. Sharp edges2. Hidden wires3. Small parts4. Parts that could pinch• Must be nontoxic, nonflammable, washable, and
shatterproof.
Birth to 5 months
• Rattles• Soft or cloth dolls with features sewn on• Bright mobiles• Squeaky toys big enough not to fit into mouth
6-12 months
• Cloth balls• Activity board• Doll or stuffed animals no loose parts• Rolling toys• Pop-up boxes
1-2 years
• Ride-on’s or walkers• Push and pull toys• Cardboard books• Large crayons• Nesting cubes• Shape toys and simple puzzles• Bathtub activity centers
2-3 years
• Easy puzzles• Simple art materials• Adult models like toy telephone• Boxes to sort• Toy trucks and cars• Realistic ride-ons• Pegboard and nesting cubes
3-5 years
• Finger paints• Dress-up clothes• More advances puzzles• More detailed books• Construction sets• Puppets• Tricycle• Music instruments made for kids
6-8 years
• Two-wheel bicycle• Construction sets• Dolls with accessories• Sports and fitness equipment• Science or craft kits• Books• Art materials