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choosing safe toysA Guide To Choosing Safe ToysNow that you have kids to raise, you will need to know all about the information as well as resources that you have at your disposal. Knowing that there is reliable help out there for you will make it easier on you, and you can find out what choosing safe toys is all about as well. No matter the age of the child it seems there are always questions about what toys are safe. Choosing safe toys doesn't need to be that difficult. When buying toys you need to consider both safety and the interests of your child. You also need to keep in mind your child's age and purchase toys that are appropriate for the age group. Toys for the wrong age group can become a safety hazard. Choosing toys that match your child's interest is the first step but you also need to try to pick toys that encourage thinking and stimulate your child, encouraging development. Many toys have encourage healthy learning. Once again in order for toys to encourage growth and development the toys must be relevant to the age of the child. The Consumer Product Safety Commission offers these toy safety shopping tips: Under 3 Years Since children under 3 tend to put everything in their mouth avoid toys the are designed for older children and may become a choking danger. Don't let children play with uninflected or broke balloons because of the choking danger. Also avoid marbles, balls under 1.75 inches, and games with small pieces that can be a choking hazard. Children at this age also like to pull and prod so make sure handles are tightly secured, and that noses and eyes can't be pried of. 3 To 5 Years Of Age Don't buy toys that have sharp edged, or toys that are made from thin or brittle plastics that can break and leave jagged edges. When buying art supplies such as crayons or paints watch for the ASTMD- 4236 designation which means the product has been reviewed by a toxicologist and if there are cautions they are listed on the packaging. 6 To 12 Years Of Age Older children need to be taught to take unsafe toys away from younger children.... Page 2: A Guide To Choosing Safe Toys Related Articles Once you've conducted preliminary interviews, short list the potential babysitters that are left. Then have them come to your home and spend some time with the children. You should duck out to a position where you can see and hear but where neither the children nor the sitter can see you. ... |
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