As the holiday season approaches, children around the globe are filled with anticipation for the toys they’ll soon receive. Meanwhile, parents are secretly hoping that the gifts their little ones unwrap won’t send them spiraling into chaos before the New Year. If you have kids on your shopping list, consider these five types of toys you should steer clear of.
1. Toys That Emit Ear-Piercing Noises
It seems evident, but the popularity of noisy toys persists—think kazoos and singing dolls. Before you decide to buy that chatty Elmo or a toy that sings nonstop, do yourself a favor. Purchase the toy and lock yourself in a small room with it for 48 hours. Play it at five-minute intervals and see if your sanity remains intact. If you emerge unscathed, maybe it’s a suitable gift. If not, you might want to return that item. Don’t forget the receipt!
2. Messy Toys
If you have any regard for the parents of the child receiving your gift, please, I implore you, avoid anything with glitter. Whether it’s a glittery craft kit or a doll covered in sparkles, glitter has a way of sticking around long after the fun is over. I once declared glitter a controlled substance in my household, yet I still find remnants of it in the most unexpected places. And let’s not forget the infamous Moon Sand—a sticky, moldable nightmare that clogs every corner of your home. If you choose to gift Moon Sand, make sure you’re well outside state lines before the fun begins!
3. Toys with a Mind of Their Own
Once, my son received a BBQ toy that had no off switch. It would blare BBQ phrases at anyone who dared come within three feet. After a night of relentless noise, I disposed of it, only to hear it shouting from the trash for hours. As unsettling as that was, nothing compares to gifting a Furby. Remember the cute critters from Gremlins? Your $60 will buy a toy that changes personalities and doesn’t turn off until you literally unscrew its batteries. With no volume control and a language barrier, it’s like giving someone a toddler.
4. Parenting Resentment Toys
Consider how the toy will affect the parents. A Baby Alive doll, for instance, requires the child to feed it gross-looking baby food and deal with the aftermath of tiny diapers. The parents will end up mixing the food and cleaning the doll, and no one wants to revisit the diaper phase—especially if it means spending more on upkeep than the toy itself cost. Similarly, Easy Bake Ovens come with minimal ingredients, forcing parents to buy refills. It’s like a ticket to Chuck E. Cheese; fun for the kids, but the costs will land squarely on the parents.
5. Inappropriate Toys
When in doubt about whether a toy is suitable for a child, remember this: if you’re questioning its appropriateness, it probably isn’t. Trust your instincts.
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In summary, when selecting toys for children, keep these five categories in mind: avoid loud toys, messy creations, items that seem to come alive, gifts that burden parents, and anything inappropriate. Your thoughtfulness will be much appreciated.
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