Verbal play is very important for babies.
Children in this age group need to develop mobility and manipulation skills. These toys encourage children to develop creativity and social skills and prepare children for symbol usage, which contributes to their ability to read. Kids are starting to come to grips with their feelings, and acting out roles helps them deal with their emotions. For example, a child might cope with the fear of getting a shot by giving a doll a shot. Save games with rules, like organized sports and board games, for older children.