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Parenting Tips on Dec. 15 Fox 4 Morning News: Choosing Toys that Will Be a Big Hit


Sometimes the toys we buy for our children are discarded after a few weeks, never to be played with again.  Tune in to Fox 4 to hear our parenting expert give us ideas on choosing toys that can will be a big hit for years to come.
 
Why choose toys of value
  • Children will appreciate them longer
  • They promote creativity
  • Have more than one use
  • Reach a broad age span
  • Reach both girls and boys
   
Tips for choosing toys of value
  • Those that promote dramatic play
  • Toys that promote self-expression
  • Toys that allow cooperation rather than competition
  • Toys that take initiative rather than acting passive
  • Let the child show independence rather than dependence on an adult

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Last Updated ( Wednesday, 29 June 2011 )
 
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