Toys that aren’t safe for under-threes carry a safety symbol warning, as described
above. Three is the magic age, because it is assumed that by this time children will have
learnt about the dangers of putting things in their mouths. Toys that have this symbol may
contain small bits that could be choked on.
Most toys carry a suggested age recommendation. Age recommendations are discretionary
and only there for guidance. It’s up to you to decide if your baby or child can cope
with it. However, don’t be tempted to buy something aimed at a slightly older age,
thinking your child is bright or will ‘grow into’ the toy. This is usually a mistake;
the toy is either frustrating or boring for the child and by the time he is old enough to
play with it, the novelty value has worn off or half the components have been lost.
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