Toys are children's favorites and indispensable companions as they grow up. However, there is a wide variety of toys, from puzzles and building blocks to develop the intellect, to entertaining rag dolls and remote-controlled cars. Therefore, for parents, how to classify children's toys is particularly important. Let's take a look at how children's toys should be classified.
1. Classification by age.
Children's growth and development are staged, and children of different ages have different needs for toys. Therefore, parents can classify toys according to the age of their children. For example, 0-1 years old is the child's infancy, and children at this stage like to grasp, listen to sounds, bite things, etc., so they can choose some soft plastics, rattles, bites and other toys; 1-2 years old is the toddler period of children, they begin to be interested in the surrounding environment, you can choose some simple puzzles, building blocks and other educational toys for them; 2-3 years old is the period of children's fine motor development, they begin to be interested in graffiti, building blocks and other games, you can choose some paintbrushes, colored clay, puzzles and other toys.
2. Classification by function.
In addition to classification by age, it can also be classified by the function of the toy. For example, jigsaw puzzles can develop children's observation and hand-eye coordination; Building block toys can cultivate children's spatial perception and creativity; Toys can cultivate children's literacy and auditory attention; Sports toys can enhance children's physique and coordination; Intellectual toys can exercise children's thinking ability and creativity, etc. According to different functions, parents can choose toys that suit their children's needs and cultivate their various abilities in a targeted manner.
3. Classification by material.
The material of the toy is also an aspect of classification. For example, plastic toys are light and unbrittle, but they can easily cause allergies in children; Wooden toys have a good texture, but ** are higher; Metal toys are sturdy and durable, but they can scratch children; Fabric toys are soft and comfortable, but you need to pay attention to cleanliness and hygiene. Therefore, parents should choose the right material according to the needs of their children and the actual situation when choosing toys.
Fourth, according to the classification of security.
Finally, we would like to highlight the safety classification of toys. Because the child's physical development is not yet fully mature, it is easy to be dangerous for some small toys or toys that are easy to swallow by mistake. Therefore, parents must pay attention to the safety of toys when choosing them. For example, small toys should not be swallowed by children; Toys with sharp edges should avoid scratching the child; Projectile toys should avoid hurting children's eyes, etc. In addition, parents should carefully review the product instructions and safety warnings when buying new toys for their children to ensure that the toys are appropriate for the child's age and physical condition.
In short, it is necessary to classify children's toys. By categorizing them according to age, function, material, and safety, parents can better understand what kind of toys their children need, and choose the right toys in a targeted manner, so as to better promote the healthy growth of their children.