Take a field trip to a toy store, baby store, or discount store. Select an infant toy to evaluate (include a picture of it in your post). When writing your evaluationconsider the following questions:

• Will this toy keep an infant's attention?
• Can this toy be used for both boys and girls?
• Does this toy allow an infant to use it creatively?
• Is this a toy that will be outgrown?
• Does this toy stimulate sensory development?
• Does this toy stimulate language development?
• Does this toy offer an opportunity for problem solving (thinking)?
• Is this toy safe for infants? How do you know?
• Is this toy good value for the money?
• Would you recommend this toy to parents?
• Would you personally want your child to have this toy?

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Responses must be well thought out and well written.
2. Responses must include 2+ references to the readings, videos, and/or activities assigned for the week.
3. Responses must focus on both course material first and personal reflection second.
4. Initial responses must be between 350 to 500 words