How to Buy Playskool Toys for an Infant

Playskool toys are designed to meet infants' developmental needs, but they're fun too. Whether it's Christmastime, birthday or another special occasion there are probably a few Playskool toys on your list. Follow these steps to help you pick the right one for your infant.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

1. Think about your infant's age. Playskool toys-—like most infant toys-—are divided into two groups for infants: 0 to 6 months and 6 to 12 months. Consider where your infant falls in that category and choose a toy for the correct age.

2. Look for the ages and stages label. This label is specific to Playskool toys and will tell you more than simply what ages that toy was designed for. It will tell you what skills that toy will help your infant develop.

3. Search the Playskool website. The official website allows you to search by age, stage or specific toy. Plus there's lots of other valuable information about what toys are appropriate for your infant.

4. Find a Playskool retailer in your area—an easy task since these are popular toys. Try your area toy stores or any retailer that sells toys. If that doesn't work, visit the Playskool website again. Click on "Where to Buy," to find a list of retailers selling Playskool toys.

Tips & Warnings

• Don't rely strictly on age to determine what toys are appropriate. Consider what developmental stage your child is in before you purchase anything. For example, your five-month-old may be ready for a more advanced toy if he can already sit up. The opposite might be true if your seven-month-old hasn't hit that milestone yet.

Resources

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