Less is more: how many toys should a child have

25.07.2024 21:16

The purpose of children's toys is not only to bring joy to the baby, but also to be useful.

Therefore, do not rush to buy toys by the box - no matter how many you buy, sooner or later the baby will get bored with them.

Experts agree that there shouldn’t be a lot of toys – 2-3 safe and good quality ones are enough, which will replace a whole bag of “disposable” ones.

The guideline when choosing toys, like any other things for a child, should not be the price, but their reliability and appearance, because expensive does not always mean high quality.

In addition, it is desirable that the games meet such a criterion as universality.

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If you're considering buying a new toy, think about what games your child might play with it and choose one that can be used for multiple purposes.

Parents also shouldn't let manufacturers dictate what the plot of a children's game will be.

This means that preference should be given to dolls with a neutral facial expression, while the cars should not be police cars, but fire trucks, but ordinary vehicles.

This way, the child will be able to independently come up with emotions and purposes for these objects, which develops his imagination.

Avoid buying popular cartoon characters: their behavior is predetermined by the script, which means that children's imagination will be limited.

And finally, do not forget to regularly care for toys, especially soft ones, to ensure their safety and health for your child.

Author: Elena Shimanovskaya Internet resource editor