Small muscles are used in activities such as play dough, drawing, and stringing beads. They increase their thinking and problem solving skills. Communication and language skill are improved. A good child care program will have many opportunities for children to learn in many ways. Toys and playthings need to be appropriate for the ages and the abilities of the children.
Any toy can be unsafe if misused or played with by a child who is the wrong age for it.
Throw away packaging that may have small pieces or thin plastic. Any broken toys at the center or home that cannot be fixed should be thrown away. Most of all, remember, children need to be supervised when they play, even with safe toys. You will find information about children's issues, child care, and links to other Web sites.