My youngster has everything he needs to grow and develop properly. Flash cards, magnetic letters and numbers, and even bath foam numerals are all in my possession. I’ve scoured all the specialty shops and put orders for that one-armed, underprivileged child-made toy from the ruins of a jungle. There are numerous instructional toys that promote his growth that I’ve purchased from his child trust money. There is no doubt that instructional toys are important, but what about entertaining ones? Toys that do nothing but make your kids happy and teach them nothing.
Every now and again, when I watch my son race around the house with a bucket on his head, I have to question if the bucket has any educational benefit. What does he gain from this?
Battery-powered toys were a no-no when I was younger. Unaffordable was anything that was labelled as “educational.” The dolls, strollers, and other accessories we used were all second-hand. Weebles were, in fact, one of my favourite toys, and I used them in a variety of creative ways. I used them to create high-heeled socks! Besides the oddly shaped feet, it didn’t do me any harm.
If you’re looking to give your child an advantage before they enter school, manufacturers have a new market for you. Toys of the modern era are characterised by their use of loud, American-accented sound effects. There is something about the bright lights and corny American accent saying “that answer is incorrect, please try again” that entices us. As if the lights and noises weren’t enough, we’ve convinced ourselves that this is educational enjoyment.
These days, most parents are rushing to buy their kids the most expensive educational toy they can find, even if it means buying a stake in Duracell in order to keep it powered up. Playing with simple toys, such as those that inspire movement and imagination, is a good place to start. Everywhere we look, our children’s education may be found. See what your child can do with a stick. Is he sure about this? Of course if he answers, “It’s a stick,” he has given you an informed response. His imagination will serve him well for the rest of his life as well as his ability to tell the difference between real and imaginary things.
There are several advantages to toys that encourage youngsters to have fun while running around like maniacs, rather than instructive ones.
The item should be a consideration for parents as to whether or not it encourages their child to become a couch potato.