Rebecca Hill had noticed her younger son playing with the toy, but it was only after a few days that she saw what was going ...

Many have observed that sometimes when given a toy as a present, children play with the box the toy came in, or even the gift wrapping. In earlier generations, children's play materials were often ...

Should parents let their kids play with toy guns? Kirsten Nottleson, a parent and teacher educator and consultant of 30 years, says the issue has become a more frequent concern for parents: ...

A poll of 2,000 U.S. parents of school-aged kids found that 63% believe if their kid plays with toys or dolls early in life, they’ll have an easier time fostering new friendships later in life.

The type of toys children play with can have a profound effect on their success in adult life, according to an academic report.. Dr Jacqueline Harding, a child behavioural expert, said repetitive ...

The decision to let a child play with a toy gun is ultimately up to their parents. If you don't want your children to play with toy guns, parenting experts recommend not keeping them in your home.

Photo of children playing with their Christmas toys. But not all toys are created equal when it comes to brain development. FamVeld/Getty. Different types of play stimulate different parts of the ...

Nothing reminds you more of your childhood than your favorite toy. From Barbie to Play-Doh, check out this list of the most ...

We interviewed parents, educators, store managers at kids’ museums, and other experts for the toys that will grow with kids and last them years, including Sarah’s Silks, Magna-Tiles, and Hape ...

If you want to foster your child’s independent learning and play, Montessori-inspired toys can help them confidently engage with the world on their own. Sami Krasny, a play-based education ...