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Classic Toys

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A picture says
a thousand words.

Barbara sitting in a huge chair
 		 Nothing disappoints like sinking your money into a toy that infatuates briefly. When it comes to buying playthings or suggesting presents for your kids, be sure to think long-term romance.

Because I've been raising preschoolers for 38 years (my kids range in age from 7-38, though I'm no miracle mom - my last three are adopted :), I've seen what stands the test of time - even on through nine grandkids.




Nesting and stacking blocks Nesting and Stacking Blocks

Every preschooler needs a set like this. Building a tower of the graduated blocks builds visual acuity, fine motor control, and balance. Looking far into the future, it also lays the groundwork for future geometry relationships. Not to mention that it's fun and kids like it!
Wooden Blocks Classic Building Blocks

We've had our set for 22 years since our oldest son Joshua was 2 - through eight more kids and (so far) 10 grandkids. A true bluechip investment.
Finger puppets Finger Puppets

Puppets are a wonderful vehicle for a child's imagination. I like this set of little finger puppets because they are easier to use for little hands and with the number of different characters, a child can give free rein to his or her imagination!
Scream machine Scream Machine

These are great ride-on toys! Excellent online reviews led me to invest in a couple for my kids, and they love them!
play kitchen Play Kitchen (Big Splurge)

Kids find play kitchens irresistable and will play with one independently or cooperatively for hours. A splurge, but a good investment. Of course, this is for when they're very small. Get them involved in the real kitchen - by keeping dishes in lower cabinets and supplying a stool to reach silverware drawers - as early as possible. Supervise carefully, of course, but follow their lead in wanting to help in the kitchen - and elsewhere.


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