On the barren surface of a distant world, two astronauts set about establishing the first earth colony in outer space. Their shelter built, they begin radioing their status back to the ship. With a reluctant sigh, the explorers crawl from their living room cave of sofa cushions and head towards the kitchen. Whether they're infants or teenagers, various types of play allow children to develop and refine the physical, emotional, social, and language skills they'll need as adults.
Playtime often includes toys of one kind or another.
391B, Pueblo, CO 81009. From their first rattle and stuffed toy, children learn many valuable lessons through play. Motor skills and dexterity develop as they reach and grasp, crawl, run, climb, and balance. Interaction with other children not only promotes language skills, but also important social concepts such as cooperation, taking turns, and playing by established rules. But more importantly, you need to choose toys appropriate for your child's physical age and level of development.