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Toys When it comes to toys, you can get your kids to play safe, or...better yet, get them to play smart! Follow these Play Smart Tips to help your children play safe.Supervision...Supervise children while they play to avoid injury. A toy intended for an older child may be dangerous in the hands of a younger child. Interaction...Join in your child's play. Your participation adds to your child's fun and development. Storage...Teach children to put toys away after playing. Safe storage prevents falls and other injuries. Maintenance...Check old and new toys regularly for damage such as sharp edges or small parts. Make any repairs immediately or throw away damaged toys. Toy Selection...Choose toys according to a child's age, interests and skill level. Look for well-made toys and follow age and safety information on the warning labels. Children under age three can choke on small toys and toy parts.
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Birth to 1-year-olds: Birth to one-year olds explore with their hands, mouths and eyes and enjoy toys they can touch or squeeze.
3 to five-year-olds: like to experiment with imaginary situations and have toys that are close companions.
5 to 9-year-olds: like to be challenged with complex games that teach specific skills and concepts.
9 to 14-year-olds: develop lifelong skills, hobbies and enjoy team sports.
