How do I pick toys for kids?

Let me help you make toy selection simple!

Choosing the right toy-does it fit every child?

I follow these simple steps:

#1-What is the age of the child?

#2-What developmental stage is that child in? (Milestone cards can help here)

#3-What is the child interested in? What is FUN for the child?

#4-Do I have a goal or a play plan for that child-do I want to use the toy as a tool to teach? Or do I want a toy for leisure-what’s the difference?

#5- If I want a toy to teach-what do I want to teach? - Is the toy interactive (child/adult) to use together and how do I use that toy -what activities can I do?

#6-And I want a toy to do more than one thing-multiple uses of that toy and can I stretch the toy with household items.

#7-Is the toy safe (does it pass the small parts cylinder test)

 

If you would like a FREE toy guide on your child or grandchild please email me: caringstrategies@aol.com  or if you need me to do a more individualized toy/play observation/assessment on your child click on the link below (comes with a handout and recommendation sheet)

 

Let me help you select the right toys! Great for Birthdays and Holidays!!