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We have tons of toys in our house. How can I organize them so my kids get the most play value from them?
Erin, Pittsburgh, Mom of Katie (9), Lizzie (8) Mary (6) Ben and Jacob (4)
The best way to get the most play value is to organize them so that they ARE played with. For example, board games are fun but you really need to have them in sight as a reminder to play oftern. Stack boxes by age groups on a shelf in a room that will encourage social play. Consider the kitchen and family room. Keep them in the box and neatly tape all 4 corners on both the top and bottom of the box. This will help to reinforce the box after multiple uses.
Today, inline skating is the third most popular children’s
sport. Inline skating enhances motor coordination, balance
and a sense of direction. This inline skate is designed
to grow with a child's foot and can be adjusted accordingly.
Made with a durable fiberglass frame, the skate is lightweight
and strong. The closures are easy to open and close
and the foot can fit securely. The unisex color is ideal
for both boys and girls and the skate can be used by
multiple siblings. When inline skating, it is highly
recommended that the child does not skate in the street,
down a hill or near a body of water. Proper safety equipment
including kneepads, elbow pads and a helmet should be
worn.
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Toy Tips to Parents: Time to Unplug
Don't over stuff the toy box with tech toys. When is technology too much technology?
While tech toys are popular and some can be educational, the latest round of newcomers at Toy Fair makes it clear we're going too far into technology assisted play. It seems technology now permeates almost every kind of toy category on the toy shelves. Parents run the risk of stocking the playroom with items that undermine the important developmental aspects of childhood play.
