Archive for April, 2009

5 Things You Should Know About Magnetic Toys

Executive Summary by Alycia Shapiro

Magnetic Toy

I don’t think there is a kid that doesn’t love playing with magnets. It’s enough to keep any kid interested which is getting harder and harder to do nowadays. Magnetic toys can make a wonderful addition to any waiting area or play room. Here are the top five reasons why these kinds of toys are a great choice:

1. All shapes and sizes
The concept of magnets has found its way into all different kinds of toys. There are some great handheld marble mazes that can travel anywhere you’d like to go. There are some amazing tables and wall panel toys that will keep up to four children playing at a time.

2. Sharing is caring
Most of the larger magnetic toys are encourage group play which is great for anyone trying to encourage sharing. The best toys are the ones that children can share with their friends both new and old.

3. Awaken their inner Genius
Now, the kids are going to have so much fun, they wont even notice that they’re building crucial skills like visual tracking and hand-eye coordination; but you will! In a day and age where video games threaten to shorten the attention spans everywhere, these kinds of toys are the perfect solution. And with magnetic construction toys like Magneatos, children can also start learning some more advanced skills.

4. Keep them safe
Thankfully, there is a wonderful variety of safe magnetic toys for toddlers and older children alike. Magnetic marble mazes and other similar toys are secured on both sides so that there are no loose pieces to worry about. And Magneatos construction toys come in jumbo sizes as well so that younger children can enjoy them as well. Now, when playtime comes around, parents and business owners can stay worry free.

5. Have some fun
Take a quick glance at all of the magnetic toys out there and you’ll see just why kids love them so much. It’s guaranteed that you’ll find brilliant colors and beautiful designs that little eyes will go crazy for.

Getting kids to sit quietly isn’t always easy. But with Magnet Toys playtime can become a little easier for doctors and parents alike. It won’t be long before you find the perfect toy for your needs.

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Child Development Stages

Executive Summary by Mary Boakyewaa and P. Banas

child development stage

As your child grows and matures she follows along a certain sequence of child development stages. Although each child learns at their own pace and some children reach child development stages sooner than others, the children learn to conquer one stage and then move on to the next stage. These child development stages are sometimes referred to as developmental milestones.

Parents who are aware of child development stages have realistic expectations as to what their child can and cannot do. Knowledge in child development stages can also take some of the guesswork and frustration out of parenting. It is also fun to watch your child conquer child development stages and move on to the next phase in their growth and development.

As newborn babies grow, these are the various stages of development those they go through:

1-4 Months

• At this age, the baby’s average length is 50.8 - 68.6 cm, with a growth rate of about 2.54 cm per month.

• The average weight is .7.9 - 16 lb and the growth rate is about 0.24 - 0.48 lb per week.

• The baby breathes using the abdominal muscles.
• The legs may be slightly bowed.

• The baby’s eyes begin to move in unison with each other.

• The baby can grasp things with the entire hand.

• The baby’s movements are jerky, random, and uncoordinated.

4-8 Months

• At this age, the babies’ average length is 69.8 - 73.7 cm, with a growth rate of 1.3 cm per month.

• The weight gain rate is about one lb per month.
• The breathing continues to be abdominal.

• Teeth begin to appear, with the lower and upper incisors sprouting first.

• The bowing of the legs gradually disappears.

• The true color of the eyes becomes established.

• The blinking reflex develops.

• The baby can use the finger and thumb grip to pick up objects.

• The baby develops the tendency to put things in the mouth.

• At this age, the baby can sit without help using the arms for support.

8-12 Months

• At this age, babies usually achieve almost one and half times the length at birth.

• The average weight is 21.12 lb, which increases by about one lb per month.
• The baby continues to use abdominal muscles for breathing.

• Both eyes can now function in unison and the child can see objects that are15 to 20 feet away.

• The baby reaches out to take objects with one hand.

• The child examines new things by using a finger to poke and press.

• At this age, the child starts trying to stand.

• The child also starts crawling, using the hands.

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