This is a continuation of our series of posts on how to find the best gifts for kids. In our previous article on this subject, talk about finding good gifts for children 1-2 years old. In this, we will focus on ages 3-5. We will follow the same process step 4 as indicated above.
Understanding the age profile of children desired group:
Children in this age group of 2-5 years are highly mobile, full of energy and joy. It's almost impossible to keep in one place. They are much more aware of their surroundings through television, comics and friends. Watching cartoons and even their favorite superheroes. They have their own taste in clothes, toys, accessories and colors. They started to go to school and play are the most likely enjoy the atmosphere outside their homes. They are very imaginative and with them, nothing is impossible. Laws of physics are not for them. Superman can fly, Pluto the dog can hold its tail straight and Donald Duck despite being a duck can speak clear English . Benefit from this free environment, without limits of logic that adults require.
Define the objectives and explore options:
Their
are clearly a lot more creative choices of gifts for kids in this age
group. But because children in this age group are so aware, choosing the right gift is also very difficult. Their is a good chance that your Gift may face outright rejection unless they conform to the brand and never played. Here
are the most appropriate gifts for children are those that combine the
latest trends in children such popular cartoon characters, with
elements of public services and learning. Again the question " what should be a good gift for the child. " These are some of the options.
You help them exercise and develop strength :
3-5 years children grow very quickly. More than height, weight and physical dexterity. Toys and games that will help you develop and exercise can be very useful gifts for children. Examples of these gifts are:
- Knock-me-down dolls.
- Ball games.
- Tri-cycle / bi-cycle.
- Roller skates.
- Swimming equipments.
Help instigator curiosity and facilitate learning :
We explore their environment and everything is very new to them. Toys that help maintain / develop their curiosity and support for the creation of knowledge are:
- Electronic toys e.g. moving robots.
- Lego kits.
- Animal figures with sounds.
- Magic slates.
- Card-games on animals, places.
- Puzzle sets.
Help them play outside : TV, video games and board games keep kids- doors. Anything out support, team play, interaction with others is a great gift in my opinion:
- Mini cricket kits.
- Mini football.
- Mini badminton kit.
Encouraging creativity and imagination : academic and physical performance is something that can be observed. But creativity and imagination is not something that can be seen with the naked eye or watch on a daily basis. It is important for our children to explore their creativity. There are different toys available today that will help in this area.
- Color books.
- Magic slates.
- Musical instruments.
security:
As with children 1-2 years of age, it is important to consider safety when buying gifts for children 3-5 years. There are several aspects to it and must be taken into account depending on the age and the child's learning curve.
- Sharp corners / edges: Ensure that the toy has smooth rounded edges and there are no sharp corners
- Projectiles: Things that emit projectiles e.g. shooting guns, bows and arrows etc are a strict no for kids of this age group. There is a strong chance of them injuring themselves or others with such toys
- Strength and build quality: Ensuring a good build quality and strength is high importance here. More so, because the kids will take their toys out and play with a larger group of kids and sometimes without supervision of elders.
The next step is to explore, choose and customize so that your Gift is not only useful, but also more fun. You can find more information about customizing gifts and adapt to the needs of their children on our site. You
can also find articles about finding gifts for children in other age
groups as well as other issues related to the education of children,
learning and growth.
