Parenting Tips for Your 43-44 Month Old Child
- Is it safe? Any toy can be unsafe if given to the wrong child, to a child at the wrong age or when it is misused.
- Is it durable? Toys are going to be mauled, hugged, dropped, thrown, stood on, chewed on, washed, and dried. They need to stand up under normal wear and tear.
- Is it appropriate to the age of the child? For example, you would not buy a two-wheel bicycle for a toddler or a crib mobile for a school-age child. Toys should allow for growth, so they are used in many different ways over a long period.
- Does it work? Does it do what it is supposed to do? Nothing causes loss of interest, frustration, and anger like a toy that does not work.
- Is it fun and does it capture your child’s interest? You should not have to coax, force or trick a child into playing with a good toy. Toys that can be used for a variety of purposes keep the child’s interest longer than those with only one use.
- Does it stimulate creative activity? Can the toy offer problem-solving opportunities? Does it leave room for imagination? Does it teach new skills?
- Does it involve interaction with others? Must the child play alone with the toy, or can others be involved, too?
- Can it be kept clean easily? Rag dolls and stuffed animals should be washable, or at least have removable clothes that can be washed often.
Learn more about Your Child: 43-44 Months from Just In Time Parenting. You can also go to our Resource Links for additional information on child care and development.
