Swallowed Magnets Are Dangerous!
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Toy Recommendations
Our findings, based on our experience with children, taking into consideration interest by children, educational potential, durability, cleanability, and cost.
Fisher-Price Brilliant Basics Baby's First Blocks (Age 6mo-2yrs)
Wooden Shapes Sorter Geometric Stacking Block Puzzle (Age 9mo-3yrs)
My Favorite Pets Puzzle & Book (Age 9mo-4yrs)
Farm Animal Toy Figures (Age 1-4yrs)
Melissa&Doug Car Carrier and Low Loader (Age 1-4yrs)
12 Pcs Wooden Engines & Train Cars Collection (Age 4+, or 2-3yrs with supervision)
Note that the wheels and magnets on this item and ones like it could repesent a choking hazard for children under 3. These are secured by means of a tack. If children under 3 are present, it is critical that these parts be inspected regularly and the item removed from use if the tack can be pulled out. (You should also be aware
Swallowed Magnets Are Dangerous.)
Clamping Bars with Wheels (Age 4+)
Great toy, but definitely not for children under 3. Good Lego alternative for ages 4+. These are not so very durable, and the broken pieces especially could be a choking hazard for little ones. We have our older children use these in a separate room.
Book Recommendations
A Wolf's Tale by Eva Montanari
This delightful parody appeals to ages 2 to 92, with its compelling story of trust and friendship.
