|
|
|
Are YOU a Leader in Procrastination?
Putting off tasks, leaving them to the last minute, arriving late, leading a chaotic life with stress, resentment and guilt, but worst of all missing out on opportunities… Saying ‘I have to do this’ or ‘I have to do that’, being gripped by the...
Beaded Lanyards and Eyeglass Chains in the style of Coco Chanel
The Fall-Winter collections of 2005 were occupied with a revival
of Coco Chanel's classical styles. This revival included a
plethora of Bloomsbury fabrics, tweeds, tartans, and equestrian
suits. The classical Chanel look includes simple...
Guide to choosing LEGO toys for children
Guide to choosing LEGO toys for children If you’re looking for toys that are both fun to play with and educational for your child, LEGO toys are a very good option. LEGO toys are known worldwide as one of the best educational toys for children...
HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS: Is it Time for That Talk?
HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS: Is it Time for That Talk? word count 772 Just a couple of years ago Annie helped her parents get the washer & dryer moved from the basement to a bedroom on the first floor after her mom missed the last step & broke her toe....
How To Stop Bullying
(NC)—According to Family Services Canada, approximately 12% of children are bullies. Additional research confirms that bullying occurs frequently: once every seven minutes on the playground and once every twenty-five minutes in class (Craig and...
|
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
|
How To Buy Infants’ Best Educational Toys?
Buying educational toys for infants can be difficult, because infants seem to do so little that educating them right after birth might strike you as a bit rushed. However, the fact is that your baby is learning at a great speed, taking in everything that is around, and picking up habits, information and words.
Research shows that many disabilities and learning disorders in young children can be avoided by providing them with appropriate cognitive stimulation as early as possible. By giving your infant the right stimulation, you can ward off such problems and groom your baby for pre-school and the challenges that follow.
Every parent wants the best of everything for their child, but sometimes it is hard to know what is best when there are so many choices and opinions. Choosing toys for your child can be stressful because of the sheer number of factors you have to consider before making a buy, and the staggering variety of options you have. However, selecting good educational toys plays a very significant role in your child's development, and as such cannot be disregarded or treated casually.
Here are some tips you need to know to understand more about your infants’ best educational toys.
Guideline for Your Toyshop
Remember these guidelines as you toyshop for your baby:
1. The visual perception of infants is limited, so make sure to buy toys in bright, contrasting colors.
2. Activity centers and crib mobiles fascinate newborns. Some mobiles come with an adjustable height option so that you can make sure the mobile is in your
baby’s visual range.
3. Babies up to six months old have very limited motor skills and love high-pitched sounds. Chimes, rattles, teething rings, colorful pictures and soft blocks will stimulate your baby at this age.
4. For babies between six to nine months old, you can buy building blocks, activity boxes and cubes, stacking ring cones, and bath toys. Try to vary the textures of the toys.
5. Between the age of nine months and a year, babies are old enough to enjoy and learn from toys such as nesting cups, push and pull toys, large crayons, spades, and stacking blocks.
6. It always helps to keep in mind that you do not need fancy and expensive toys to stimulate your infant. You might bring home a very trendy toy for your baby only to find that baby finds the packaging far more interesting. Your young child just needs stimulation and a way to express their creativity, and this can be done with homemade toys as well.
About the Author: Michelle Andrews, a former middle school teacher who now stays home with his three children. He wrote "Parent's Guide on How to Raise a Smart Child by Choosing the Right Educational Toys." He understands how critical it is to choose toys that play a significant role in children's development. Visit his Website at www.educationaltoysguide.com
Source: www.isnare.com
|
|
|
|
|
|