Today's children aren't any different. In fact, children like toys that stimulate creativity, says Dr. Ariel L. Anderson, WMU associate professor of teaching, learning and leadership and an expert on early childhood development. I also like books and recommend staying away from gender-typed toys. Though some video games should be avoided because of their violent quality, there are others that promote growth and development, Anderson adds. But I'm against any toys that depict violence, because kids really do play it out in reality.
Aggression begets aggression.