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Step 1
Consider rattles and teething rings made of plastic for newborns and infants up to one year old. Stuffed toys that are lightweight and machine washable are also age appropriate for young infants. Make sure they don't have any embellishments or plastic eyes, as they are a choking hazard.
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Step 2
Choose toys that open and close and have lots of knobs and dials for children age 12 to 18 months. Ride-on toys are fun and age appropriate if the child can walk. Sorting toys are also fun for toddlers, but make sure they aren't small enough to be a choking hazard.
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Step 3
Select toys, such as blocks, that enhance children's shape recognition for toddlers 18 to 24 months. Toddlers also enjoy toys such as push-and-pull buses and trains with plastic people they can remove. These types of toys help to improve a toddler's hand-eye coordination.
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Step 4
Pick toys that center around make-believe for children age 2 to 3 years. At this age, children learn how to use their imagination. Kitchen toys, plastic tools and toy phones are ideal for children of this age, as it allows them to mimic adults.
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Step 5
Purchase toys for preschool age and up that stimulate their mind and represent their interests. If your child is interested in building, consider buying Legos. If your child shows an excitement for art, then buy an assortment of art supplies such as paint and chalk.
