Factors to consider when choosing toys for children:
Child’s age - This is very important. If you buy toys too advanced for your child’s age, chances are that he might get injured.
Toy manufacturers struggle to make their products as safe as possible, but if you don’t follow their recommendations, your child may suffer.
On the other hand, if you buy toys made for children with age under that of your child, he will consider them too boring. The best thing is to choose toys designed precisely for your child’s age.
Gender - This is exactly what I said above that my parents bought me toys that I considered to be girlish. I’m a boy, but the same is with girls too. Any detail that may make the toy look as for the other gender than that of your child will make the toy undesired.
Toys your child’s friends play with - When your child is playing with his friends, watch to find out if he manifests interest in any of his playmate’s toys. If he does, then it’s very likely that he would like to have a toy similar the one his friend has.
Sometimes, a child tells his parents what toy he wants, thus saving them from a lot of hard work. But don’t count on this. Some children aren’t very keen to talk with parents unless they really want a certain toy.
Safety - This is the most important factor you must consider whenever you need to decide what toy you should buy for your child.
Unfortunately, this is also the most overlooked one. Usually, parents forget to check if the toy they choose for their children are safe.
Is it educational? - It’s a good thing if the toys you choose for your child can help him develop new skills. Take a look at this guide to choose a child educational toy for your kid for a better picture.
And please remember that the age difference between you and your kid is of at least 20 years. Just because you liked a toy when you were a kid doesn't mean that your child will love it too. Children from different generations like different types of toys.
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