Suzanne Said:

What to buy my daughters for xmas!!!?

We Answered:

a charm bracelet so in every xmas you can give them another charm for the rest of their life!that is a cheap and nice gift

Juan Said:

Are there any websites that help baby learn early?

We Answered:

http://www.sesamestreet.org/games

http://www.yourbabycanread.com/


You are going to be the one who teaches the most or your daycare provider.

So if she sees you read that is even better. My 3 sons and I did there spelling words all together.
My middle son was 2 years ahead of his class in everything because of my older son and I working together.
It is a monkey see monkey do thing. I know that sounds so bad.
but it is so true.
They will learn so much from you. Eating habits to how you handle stress.
so first and formost work on yourself every day.

Vera Said:

Where do I buy toys for my grandchildren?

We Answered:

I know how you feel! Shopping in retail stores will get you the same generic junk that everybody else buys. Many of these toy products are mass produced under unhumane working conditions. Thats shameful that these retailers couldn't give you the common courtesy of a response to your questions. I know that when I shop for my kids and nephews, the first and last place I look is a website called www.icheaptoys.com They have researched the hottest new and vintage toys on ebay and made it easier then ever to find exactly what your looking for. www.icheaptoys.com is the best that I have seen. I hope this helps.

Alex Said:

What are the best learning toys for children?

We Answered:

Visual impairments may contribute to speech delays, but usually they are severe impairments. The doctors would know best on that one. As one person wrote, the old fashioned toys are best. Blocks are open ended and inspire a child's imagination. My son, who also has a speech delay and one eye that wonders in (and will need surgery), his wooden train set is his favorite. I have a blog reviewing natural, developmentally appropriate toys:
http://www.ecochildsplay.com
Reading to your child is the most important thing you can do. Keep reading, even if he doesn't show interest. You can read to him while he plays. Telling him stories is a great activity too, that may lead to books. Also, talk to him all the time! Speak constantly about what you are doing so that he hears language and can build his receptive vocabulary. How is his hearing? Good luck with your little ones!

Ricky Said:

Should the Government and Toy retailers be protecting our children?

We Answered:

No the government has enough to do without babysitting. It is a parent's job to protect their children. Toys from China are cheap. You get what you pay for.

Barbara Said:

what inexpensive toys can my toddler have so he can learn at an early age?

We Answered:

The best thing to do is just for you to talk to him endlessly. Read to him a few times a day. Ask him questions during your daily routine that might get a response from him. Take him to story times or sing alongs at the local library if you can, or just sing with him at home.

My kids are five and three, and never really showed an interest in "interactive" toys, like Leap Frog and all that. I think it's kind of a waste.

However, my five year old loved Blue's Clues, and basically recited shows from memory when he was barely two. My three year old loves Dora, and says "abre" whenever she wants something "open." So if your child connects with a character like that, get the books and videos, and encourage your child to "talk back" to the character. Watch the videos with him and play along; see if he does, too.