Archive for April, 2010
It’s my opinion that shopping for baby girls is much easier than shopping for baby boys, as boys often have inquisitive minds but short attention spans, necessitating gifts that have provide a lasting interest. Boys will grow up with a love of gadgets and a curiosity of how things work, so when purchasing baby boy gifts, consider toys that light up, make sounds, and have movable (but safe!) parts. Most baby boys love a fun crib playset to kick and touch while they’re on their back. But don’t think boys don’t also enjoy a soft teddy bear to talk to and cuddle up with at night. The early years are also a good time to introduce boys to safe plastic workbenches and tools; every baby loves to hammer things!
Remember to avoid creating those embarrassing memories as well; no older boy wants to think back to when they played with Barbie dolls, or be reminded of it by chiding parents or relatives. Follow these simple steps to ensure that your gift isn’t relegated to the children’s toy storage.
People often complain that kids are only interested in television, cell phones, or the internet. But that’s not actually the case with many kids. While kids might be interested in all those things, they prove to be remarkably imaginative when participating in other activities. That’s why parents or caregivers should make a concerted effort to introduce creative outlets into their kids’ lives.
To that end, these creative endeavors can be something as simple as a hand puppet show. Let them write a script and perform the play for you or the whole family. You’ll quickly see how involved and engaged they become in these kinds of activities. If they are particularly taken with the activity, they might even want to get their friends involved. If this is the case, you can help them all make their own hand puppets with brown lunch sacks, some yarn, and googly eyes from a basic craft store.