The Best Gift for a Two Year-Old Girl
Some call it the "Terrible Twos" but two-year olds aren't the least bit terrible. They're naturally inquisitive explorers, playful and just plain adorable. Honor the two-year old girl in your life with an age appropriate gift, which should encourage her to practice imaginative play, explore her world and develop a love for learning. The gift should also be safe and free of small parts or harmful chemicals or materials. Does this Spark an idea?
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Imaginative Play Gifts
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Give a two-year old girl imaginative play items. Children like to play and pretend. It is easier to pretend when a few props and play things are available. Imaginative play items include costumes such as a princess dress or frog costume, a play kitchen, a play cell phone and puppets. Joyce Nuner, Ph.D., who teaches child development and family studies at Baylor University, suggests giving a toddler toys that encourage her to use her imagination such as dolls and dramatic play prop objects. Other ideas include a doll house and doll furniture.
Educational Gifts
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Consider an educational gift for a two-year old girl to help encourage her to learn and develop a lifetime love for learning. Educational gifts include early reader books with colorful pictures, blocks and puzzles with large pieces. Nuner suggests giving books with just a few words per page. Give a two-year old girl an electronic toy that teaches letters, letter sounds, colors, shapes and numbers. Other educational gifts include educational videos and workbooks she can write in.
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Creativity Gifts
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Give a two-year old girl a gift that encourages creativity. These gifts will the child the opportunity to explore her creative side and express herself. Creativity gifts include colored pencil sets and drawing paper. "Parents" Magazine suggests giving a two-year old an art easel. Other creative gifts include modeling clay, paints and paint brushes. Also consider giving a two-year old girl art books, instructional videos or art lessons.
Other Gifts for a Two-Year Old
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Other gifts include gifts that encourage physical movement and activities. The website, Toddlers Today, says that toddler physical activity should be fun for the child to encourage her to stay active. Some physical movement gifts include a small basketball hoop and ball, jump rope, tricycle and other sports equipment. Ultimately, the best gift for a two-year old girl is a safe gift that incorporates the girl's likes, personalities, interests, and skill level.
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