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When a baby is born each of us gets enthusiastic about buying all sorts of toys ranging from rattles to stuff toys and moving trains. Variety is what strikes us when purchasing toys, no one wants to present the same toy as the other member, therefore regardless of whether the baby will be actually able to play with it, it is presented!
Toys are an inherent part of children’s development. You surely must have noticed a small box at the toy carton specifying it’s age-wise suitability such as “For 3 months and above, For 6 – 8 months” etc. This is because toys have been built according to the average motor and cognitive development of babies. Now if you will nicely set up engines and start a moving train for a merely 2 month old baby, he is not going to enjoy it. Chances are he may just glance over it casually and look elsewhere. At this stage, he is unable to concentrate and would rather focus on something that he can hold in his hands or mouth. Play is an inherent part of a child’s mental, social and physical development, and also needs to be stimulating and safe for the child. Parents should ensure that their children are given age appropriate toys to play with, to hone their skills and aid in their motor and cognitive skills development.
Toys are an important tool of developing muscle and eye-hand coordination. Children use muscles when playing with different toys and in turn exercise and hone their physical skills. The skill of balancing is developed – such as by placing one block on the other. Toys help baby distinguish between different colors, textures, shapes and size. As the baby grows up, toys become his imaginary friends and he would spend more time conversing and indulging in activities with them. Pretend plays would fascinate him and he will develop his social skills from here.
The benefit of toys can be reaped when they are given at right time and at right age. To help you with this, below is an outline of toys recommended depending on age:
Toys can be fun and boost development if handled carefully and on observing below precautions:
Toys develop the thinking, creativity, problem solving, imagination and sensory skills. The key is to choose age-appropriate toys for your child! You may even advice others bringing a present for your child on this, so that it’s used best!
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