Toys don't have to come from stores. Some of the best toys for your child can be those you make from things you have around the house.
Homemade toys can be great bargains.
Homemade toys are almost free, and they give you and your child a chance to create something together. Let your child help you decide how to make the toy and let him help you put it together. This will encourage his creativity and help him learn new skills. Your child gets other special benefits from homemade toys. He is learning that he can make things for himself, that he doesn't need to buy all his fun from a store.