subject: Choosing Safe, Age-appropriate, and Affordable Toys For Your Child with Toys R Us Coupons [print this page] Choosing Safe, Age-appropriate, and Affordable Toys For Your Child with Toys R Us Coupons
Certainly there are more toys to choose from now than ever before, and new ones are coming out every day. They've also become more affordable, with promotions like Toys R Us coupons making them even more so. Gone are the days of hand-crafted, expensive toys that were simply dolls or cars. Today you can choose from a doll that cries, wets, and eats, or a robot that changes color, or even a laughing muppet that reacts when you tickle it.
But before you give your child any plaything, you must first consider whether or not the toy is safe for the child. Is it age-appropriate? Could it possibly contain harmful contaminants?
For instance, children who are still at the age where they learn about things by putting them into their mouths should not be given toys that have small parts. These can pop off and choke the child, or end up getting swallowed and cause harm to the gastro-intestinal tract. You should also be wary of older toys, even those that have sentimental value and those which are hand-me-downs. These may not conform with the current US safety standards for toys, and may still contain harmful materials that could be ingested by your child if they put it in their mouth.
Older toys are also prone to breaking, and sometimes broken toys may have sharp edges children can cut themselves on. Playthings with sharp metal edges should never be bought except for much older children, and even then they should be instructed to be careful.
That said, it's important to note that toys should always be age-appropriate, but that only a parent can truly assess the child's readiness to play with something. If you think the fishing game you have in your hand is alright for your four year-old, you can get it even if its label says "for seven and up". However, be prepared to watch him closely, in case you're mistaken. You may need to take the toy away until she shows that he can play with it in the proper manner.
Be forewarned, as well, that purchasing a toy for a child outside the recommended age stated on the toy's packaging leaves the manufacturer non-liable for any damage that may occur from any misuse, say, having your child put one of the "fish" up his nose.
Toys that whir and blink and make various noises are well and good for toddlers and children engaging in manipulative play, but make sure that you test it in the store, or read user reviews. A too-loud toy can harm sensitive, developing ears.
Finally, always consider that toys are meant to be broken and replaced. Don't fret if a toy has to be tossed out. Simply go online, find a coupon code for it, and spend a little less than you normally would. You can use Toys R Us coupons and be sure that the toy you're getting is new, safe, and good for your child if you follow the tips given above.
