Wednesday, June 26, 2013

Pros Of Bringing Up Your Kids Playing With Traditional Toys

By Dave Hopkins


Looking at a toy you once played with or seeing a child play can trigger a feeling of nostalgia; you'll be reminded of the good old days you were a kid. Just like those old days, kids still do play with traditional toys. This is due to the many benefits the playthings have over the modern ones. Here are some of the benefits you should know about:

A toy-set with different play items is likely to spark the imagination and creativity of your child. They'll develop skills to help them learn and discover new things. Encourage your child to play a lot as this helps them develop fine motor (muscle coordination) skills. Their problem-solving and critical thinking skills will also receive a big boost. This is the main reason why kids in kindergarten spend a lot of time playing.

Take a look around and it will come to your notice that most modern play items are models of helicopters, cars and other things. They may look good but that's it; the branded toy memorabilia serves no other purpose other than allow children to emulate their favorite movie and cartoon characters. Little room has been left for imagination as kids spend their playtime copying and doing the same thing over and over again.

Research has shown that a child tends to take in to the environment he/she is in. Instead of playing with a noise-making toy that creates an environment of war, emergency or any other scenario, most children would rather create those sound effects in their heads. In conclusion, traditional toys play a big role in ensuring that the child is relaxed and enjoys his/her playtime.

There reaches a stage when your kid puts literally everything they hold into their mouths. During this stage, you should be keen on the toy you give your child as it may pose a safety/health hazard. By buying a conventional toy like a rag doll you can be assured of their safety. Unlike modern playthings most of which are made of plastic, conventional play items are built from natural materials that are non-toxic. There are very safe; no battery leakages, no rusting or short-circuiting components.

Conventional play items are designed with great technique and decorated with non-toxic paint. The material used does not break off or splinter easily; it is tough yet feels smooth.

What is even better is the durability of the playthings. Whereas the modern toy comes and goes with the trends, traditional toys last longer and can be passed down from one generation to the next. This is perhaps its best selling point.




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