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| Posted by: Linda |
23/10/2008 13:45 |
I have been having a very frustrating day writing my newsletter and trying to get it into the correct format as you will know if you read this blog I am not the most computer literate person so what others can do in a short while takes me forever! I have also been trying to sort out some printing with no success so far it's just not my day!
I was reading an interesting blog today about toys that you buy for your toddlers the idea's are great but speaking from personal experience my grandson who is only three already has very definite idea's about toys that he likes. Anyway I hope that this list will give some idea's and hopefully steer the kids in the right direction.
Basic guidelines: Purchase toys made of solid wood that are either unfinished or have a non-toxic finish; purchase toys made of organic cotton, wool or hemp. Avoid any long or loose strings, small parts and sharp edges. Remember that toddlers tend to put toys (and everything) into their mouths, so it’s especially important to make sure that you choose toys that are non-toxic. Avoiding soft plastics (which contain hormone disrupting pthalates) and following the above guideline re: wooden and soft toys will optimize the safety of your child’s toy box.
Some suggestions for non-toxic toys:
Wooden building blocks
Nesting cubes
Bean bags
Read aloud books
Unbreakable, light metal mixing bowls
Soft dolls
Fabric balls
Dress-up clothes and accessories (purses, hats, etc.–but nothing small enough to be a choking hazard.)
Jack-in-the-box
Kitchen sets
Miniature wagon
Wooden animals
Barn and farm set
Puppets
Playing cards
Pull and push toys
Toddler safe-swing
Sandbox with clean sand
Pretend money (be aware of size.)
Stuffed animals
Unbreakable dishes (made of tin or compostable/recycled materials)
Puzzles (lift-out size)
Recycled paper
Non-toxic crayons (older toddlers)
Clean, used towels
Scarves
Cardboard tubes
Finger paint
Musical instruments made of wood, metal, smooth edges (triangles, shakers, sand blocks, rhythm sticks, tambourines, drum)
Not sure that many mums would thank you for buying a selection of musical instruments!
Linda
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