How to Choose Age-Appropriate Toys for Your Child

How to Choose Age-Appropriate Toys for Your Child

Mumma, What’s the Best Toy for Me? 

Choosing the right toy for me can be tricky, but did you know that picking age-appropriate toys helps me learn at my own pace & achieve developmental milestone at that specific age? If a toy is too easy, I might get bored. If it’s too hard, I might get frustrated. The perfect toy challenges me just enough to keep me engaged! 

  

How to Pick the Right Toy for My Age: 

0-12 Months: I love soft toys, rattles, and high-contrast mobiles! These help me develop my vision, hearing, and grasping skills. 

Toy Recommendation: Circular Spiral Mobile – Stimulates my vision as I track its movement! 

  

1-2 Years: This is my exploring stage! I enjoy push-and-pull toys, stacking cups, and simple shape sorters. 

Toy Recommendation: Montessori Toy Set (Egg Cup, Pincer & Palmer Puzzle) – Strengthens my grasp and coordination. 

  

2-3 Years: I’m starting to enjoy pretend play, puzzles, and early art activities! Role-playing sets and building blocks keep me entertained for hours. 

Toy Recommendation: Wooden Tower & Tumble – Improves my fine motor skills and logical thinking! 

  

3-5 Years: Now, I love STEM toys, memory games, and musical instruments! 

Toy Recommendation: Musical Wooden Maracas– Helps me develop rhythm and auditory skills. 

  

Why Age-Appropriate Toys Matter for Parents: 

  • Saves you money—no more buying toys that I outgrow too fast! 

  • Keeps me engaged without frustration. 

  • Encourages learning while making playtime fun! 

  

Mumma, let’s pick a toy that’s just right for me!  

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