Toys : The good, the bad and the ugly

Toys - The good, the bad or the ugly Toys are more than just something to keep children entertained. The right kind of play can become a little tool for big development helping children build problem-solving skills, creativity, coordination, communication and the ability to think for themselves. From toys with wheels that encourage children to explore movement and develop confidence, to open-ended toys that allow their imagination to lead the way, every play experience can teach something. But not all play is created equal. In this episode, we explore how different toys can influence the way children think, learn, move and communicate, and why sometimes, the best thing we can do is let the child take the lead. Because play isn’t just play. It’s how children learn about the world.