March 18, 2019

A doll for my son? A truck for my daughter?

There are toys that all children use–balls, puzzles, blocks, clay, crayons, and board games–and there are “boy” toys and “girl” toys. Some parents try to avoid […]
March 18, 2019

How can I get my child to be interested in homemade toys?

Although stores offer a multitude of toys, you can create kits and play-things that provide enjoyment and encourage children to be creative. The following are suggestions […]
March 18, 2019

Do coloring books limit creativity?

There are many kinds of coloring books available, such as cartoon books “educational” books, animal and history books. They all are based on the same activity […]
March 18, 2019

My child wants to play with toy guns. Should I let him?

Many preschoolers – especially boys – still want to play with toy guns despite all the frightening news about gun violence. They enjoy squirt guns, space […]