Up to the age of one, babies are focused on exploring their world with their senses. They like toys where they can use their hands, mouths, and eyes. Entertaining cot toys, like colourful mobiles, always make good baby toys as do floor activity centres, soft dolls, stuffed animals and squeaky toys - toys that babies can squeeze and touch.
Between the ages of three to five, young children are developing quickly, learning to use their imaginations, and developing social skills. Good toy ideas include non-toxic art supplies, musical toys, pretend toys such as play money and telephones, teddy bears and dolls, and outdoor toys such as a tricycle with a helmet. Rotorua Home Based Childcare is very particular about the toys we introduce to the children in our care, ensuring they are age-appropriate and ones that will help develop and stimulate their minds.