How do I find the right toy? 12 Tips for finding the PERFECT Toy

Are you looking for the right toy for your child (or child-at-heart)? There are so many toys available to choose from! Here are a few tips that will help you find the best toy that is perfect for you.

12 Tips to Find the Right Toy

Here’s my twelve detailed tips for finding the perfect toy this holiday season.

1 – Learn about the child.

Is the child more interested in building and creating or does he like to move his hands and fingers? Pay attention to how the child uses his/her hands. By looking for subtle clues, you can discover their interests and find the right toy for them.

You can also ask the child what their favorite toy is. You’ll learn more about the child’s personality and likes and dislikes. Is the child’s favorite toy a princess costume, bike, or video game? Of course, it’s more fun when you can surprise the child with the perfect toy!

2 – Consider the child’s age.

Don’t be afraid to look at toys that are meant for older children. It’s not necessarily that you are buying the toy for the child, but the toy can help the child develop his/her own interests. The right toy at the right age can help the child become an expert at playing the toy.

It’s important to pay attention to the age rating of toys to make sure that children are not using the toys in an unsafe way or could get hurt by playing with the toys. This is close to the top of our list because it’s important!

3 – Look for toys that encourage physical activity.

If you are looking for a toy that helps to keep the child active and healthy, that’s great! Taking the time to find the right toy will help the child to be more active.

Of course, be careful and watch that the child is not moving around at a speed that will cause him/her to trip.

4 – Look for toys that encourage communication.

Not all toys are meant to be thrown or played with in a certain way. If your child likes to verbalize his/her feelings, look for toys that encourage communication. Instead of giving them a toy that will give you peace, consider a toy that will help them to communicate their feelings.

5 – Pick a toy that will help the child develop their motor skills.

Many toys are available that are excellent for helping to develop motor skills! If you are looking for a toy for the child, but you also want to help them develop their motor skills, look for toys that will give the child the right balance of physical and mental challenge.

6 – Research the Hot Toys for 2022.

You don’t have to buy all the hot toys for 2022, but it can give you an idea of what’s popular for the future. Be sure to stick with top toy lists that actually put some thought into the list and not just a “best toys list.”

7 – Pick a toy that’s educational.

Many toys are available that help to teach a child something new about life. If you are looking for a toy that teaches the child something new, look for toys that involve some sort of learning or skill. A toy that helps them learn is the best toy.

8 – Pick the toy that’s the most fun.

If you’ve followed all of the tips above and you still can’t figure out what to buy the child, go for the toy that is the most fun. This can be subjective, of course, but if you look at the toys from all of the above tips, you may see a pattern of a toy that stands out for the child.

9 – Consider the child’s culture.

If you are looking for a toy for a child with a culture different than your own, the best thing you can do is to ask the child what they like. If you are looking for a toy for a child that’s a different culture than your own, you can find a toy that will help them to learn more about your own culture.

10 – Look for toys that allow the child to interact with others.

Even if the child is interested in playing alone, find a toy that allows the child to interact with others. For example, if you are shopping for a child that likes video games, a video game that has the option to play with other people is the best option.

11 – Buy a toy that will last.

Not all toys are built the same! Be sure to pick a toy that will last and will be enjoyed by the child for a long time. If you want to buy a toy that the child will be able to use for multiple years, consider a toy that will give them a challenge as they grow older.

12 – Find a toy that can be used for multiple things.

Look for toys that can be used for multiple things. For example, if you are looking for a toy to help the child develop his/her language skills, look for a toy that will teach them about colors, numbers, letters, etc.

Conclusion

Now that you’ve read through the tips, you can find the perfect toy for the perfect child. With the holidays coming up, you’ll be able to find the right toy for everyone! Just be sure to follow the tips and be sure to buy the child something that is safe, fun, and fits what they like.

Photo of author

Kenny Kings

Kenny Kings is a chapter book author who is helping Paul Bellow fill the Hoosier Chapter Books blog with great content. You can find out more about Kenny Kings on the Kenny Kings bio page. Kenny Kings does not have children of his own, but he has more than enough nieces and nephews. With the help of the editorial team, he's been contributing to our blogging efforts to help families everywhere while promoting our chapter books. You can contact him at kennykings@hoosierchapterbooks.com.