A common remark made by many parents is, “I spent all this money on a great new toy for my child, and she’s more interested in playing with the box than the toy!” This blog offers descriptions and opinions about toys, books, & other resources for both children considered to be typically developing as well as those with special needs. I have tried, when possible, to provide suggestions on how to modify toys to make them fun for children at all developmental levels.
Friday, July 16, 2010
Nesting Farm Animals by Little Tikes
I have had this toy for about 18 years and it's still a favourite for most of the children I work with. The cow, sheep, pig, and chicken all come apart (the mouse is a solid piece) so it can be fun to not only nest the animals inside of one another, but it's also fun to mix and match animal legs with animal heads. Strengths: When taken apart, the animals make good scoops for beans, rice, or sand, and they can turn into wonderful hats for younger children. It's a simple toy, but there are just so many different ways of playing with it. It's an incredibly durable little toy. Weaknesses: It's no longer commercially available. Price: ????? Where to Buy: I have seen these on eBay, but often times the mouse is missing from the stack. You could also check out garage sales where people are cleaning out old children's toys.
Thank you so much, I was looking for a picture of these guys everywhere! <3 Had them when I was little!
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