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94.03.22 workshop FRI session 9 parents buying many toys Parents purchase a multitude of toys/playthings for their offspring. Whether or not this is a good thing is a moot point. On the face of it the advantages seem most apparent. Could there be a downside to this type of parenting as well? These children are the fortunate ones. These toys stimulate positives. Optimum brain development. Hand‐eye coordination. Color recognition Apart from the simple joy of playing modern toys are educational as well as fun. These products speed the child's acquisition of numbers or the alphabet. However, could they be detrimental to a child? There are hidden pitfalls/drawbacks. Such parents spoil their kids/son/daughter. They shower them with toys. It results in a negative effect on the child's character. A growing child's concentration span may be affected/may suffer. They might become unable to focus on one game for a decent length of time. They are easily distracted. This is on the individual side, but on the social side They might also become targets of envy. from less fortunate classmates. they have far more possessions than their peers. Moreover, the chemicals contained in toys have been proven dangerous for infants. They might suck or ingest them Parents must take an informed choice Good luck