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Tons of Toys!. You bring the fun You play with the kids But, what toys should they be playing with ?. Why Are Toys Important?. They help the children’s development Physical, social or mental development Also keeps them out of trouble or distracts them missing their parents They are FUN!!!.
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Tons of Toys! You bring the fun You play with the kids But, what toys should they be playing with?
Why Are Toys Important? • They help the children’s development Physical, social or mental development • Also keeps them out of trouble or distracts them missing their parents • They are FUN!!!
What toys are appropriate? Who Might Play With This???? Who Would Play With These?
Think about the child’s: • AGE • INTREST LEVEL • SKILL LEVEL • Read the label! Know how to play the game or play with the toy! • Check to make sure toys aren’t broken • Check for safety (small pieces, broken pieces, toxic?) • Store them safely and put them back so you know where they are for next time and help kids become responsible!
TYPES OF TOYS • Sharp toys-can you think of examples? • Small parts • Loud toys-What are some examples? • Toys that propel-like??? • Electronic toys • __________ toys • Age appropriate toys
What is age appropriate….. Birth to 9 Months: Squeaky toys, stuffed animals, cups, balls, pots and pans, Tupperware, blocks,mobiles 9months-1.5 years: Same as above but add large wooden beads and string 11/2 years to 3 years:Action toys, trains,telephones,cars, finger paints, coloring, art materials, clay, water play, story books, musical instruments, play dishes and silver wear Age 3-4.5 years: Simple puzzles, parties with dolls, guessing games, picture books, musical toys, art activities Kindergarten age: Wagons, balls, tricycles, clay, watercolors, musical toys, coloring books, housekeeping toys, playground equipment
Possible Hazards….. Sharp Edges Broken pieces Small pieces Glass Long cords Plastic bags Nuts,bolts,pins,chocking hazzards Marbles/Legos are always a problem