Is it Better for Kids to Have More or Fewer Toys?

Parents want to give their children everything. After all, how can you resist a cute request of your child having what they desire? But what happens if these cute little requests happen more often? Despite wanting to give your kids everything, one of the greatest gifts you can give is to literally give less...to force decision-making and awareness among all their choices. Yes, it’s not easy to watch your kids struggle with not getting their request granted—but in the end, it does breed gratitude.  And there is no question that these lessons are most effective if you start early and consistently through their early years. 

Yes, it's better for kids to have fewer toys. And here we'll show you why. 


Having fewer toys improves focus 


Quality of play is measured by how long a child stays focused on one toy and how they can use their imagination to play with that toy in different ways. Attention plays a huge role at playtime as this keeps a child engaged. On the contrary, distractions can cause a child to lose focus and become disinterested in play as well. Too many toys in the environment or TV playing in the background are some of the significant distractors that can shorten the duration of play with a single toy.


Training for responsibility 


When kids have too many toys, they will naturally become more irresponsible and take less care of what they have. Since they have too much options and replacements ready, they will not learn to value what's already available. If you have a child who is constantly damaging their toys, it's a trick to just take a bunch away. They will quickly learn from that.

Shift their focus on reading, writing and arts 


Playing with toys is certainly good for a child's learning journey. In fact, it's essential. But you can also take this time to help your child develop a greater love for other interests. Fewer toys allows your children to love books, music, coloring, painting and other potential skills. This will also keep them away from getting used to an unhealthy amount of screen time (we can agree on this one for sure)!


Less arguments with their peers 

Sounds counter-intuitive? Hear us out. While some believe that more toys will result in less fighting because there are more options available, we believe that the opposite is true far too often. Siblings argue about toys. And every time a new toy is introduced into the relationship, you give them another reason to establish their “territory” among the others. On the other hand, siblings with fewer toys are forced to share, collaborate, and work together.


An option to do rotations 


Having fewer toys accessible at a time helps create an aspect of novelty for a child and sparks their interest and curiosity in their toys since they have not been in their environment for a while. You also spare expenses from always having to buy new things just to keep them interested. 


Speaking of which, did you know that you can do toy rotations with us? As you become a member of the KIDDOS Toys Club, your child can receive a bag of new toys which you can then return after a month in exchange of a new bag. This keeps your child engaged without toys having to pile up in the storage! 

Tips for Choosing Toys for Babies

Play is children’s work, and toys are their tools. Children can best learn reasoning, concentration, and motor, social and language skills from toys. When choosing toys for a child, consider toys that are developmentally appropriate, that build on skills that the child already has, and provide a few challenges. Think this way: What does your child enjoy playing right now? Give them the tools—the toys—that will help them do and enjoy it better.

Ready to get started with choosing the best toys?

We've listed down some tips to help you find what your babies and young ones will love. 

Safety is crucial 


It can't be helped--kids will bang, drop, kick, pull, throw, bite, and suck on any toy you give them. To hold up under this kind of treatment, a toy needs to be durable. It is also very likely that kids will chew on their toys at some point, so they should be painted or finished with non-toxic materials. And also to prevent choking, avoid toys that have any parts smaller than two inches in diameter. The toys must easily washable too so that you can keep them relatively clean. 


Another thing is to consider the weight of the toy. Avoid a toy that will hurt your child when they drop it or bang it on surfaces. It's also needless to say that playthings with sharp edges or with strings long enough to wrap around a child's neck are not advisable for use. 


Make sure it's age-appropriate 


An age-appropriate toy encourages or challenges the young ones to use and improve one or more developing skills. A toy that doesn't offer any challenge may bore them. On the other hand, if it's too hard to use, a toy may end them with frustration, and that by the time they develop the skills needed to enjoy a toy they received prematurely, they may have already lost interest in it entirely.


It needs to stimulate the senses 


Toys are tools for fine-tuning skills. If used correctly, a good toy will do something to stimulate a child's senses like touch, sight, sound, or taste, or their developing abilities like hand-eye coordination, gross motor control, fine motor control, etc. 

Find something that you will enjoy playing with too!

Your children enjoy playing with you. It's important to fill their childhood memories with happy moments with you. Also, you’ll learn more about how your child thinks and feels by getting on the floor and playing with them.
What kind of toys are you thinking of giving your young ones? Share your plans with us! 

How to Choose Safe Toys for Kids

Toys are an important part of kid's childhood. Not only do they keep your kiddos entertained, but they are also designed to help in childhood development. That is why parents should be extra careful when it comes to choosing toys. There had been several toy-related injuries treated in various hospitals around the world. Most of these injuries happen when parents do not give age-appropriate toys to their children.


Most toy manufacturers follow safety guidelines for their products. However, not all do this safety protocols. Thus, it would be best that you make the right decision. Here are some tips on how to choose safe toys for kids.

Check the design and materials.

Avoid pointy toys. When you check the toys, make sure that the materials are made from plush, fabric, or foam. Toys with designs made of spikes, points, or sharp edges are not as safe as those with rounded edges. Small kids might choke with small toys. It is dangerous to have toys with ropes, cords, or long tables.


Opt for age-appropriate materials.

Children at different ages have varying developmental needs. With the current boom of educational toy business, you should be wary and rational when it comes to deciding whether the toy is really meant to be educational. It is true that not all age-appropriate toys can be ‘harmful.’ However, do not believe that some baby toys and kids toys flaunt that their toys can boost the brain development of kids. It is said that the real toys that provide education are not the flashy ones but those toys who have honed creative thinkers for years.


Batteries should be difficult to be removed.

You may find it a hassle when you need to change the batteries. However, you should be grateful that your child will not be able to get the batteries easily. It is a medical emergency if your child swallows a battery.

Why Play Matters

Play is a child’s work.” This adage comes from the early childhood education proponent Maria Montessori. This is the working principle on how she operated preschool education and caring for children. In this fast-changing world, children of kindergarten age often have high academic expectations. The question is whether play still is a significant as it was once thought of?

Here's why play matters.

Improves cognitive skills

When children interact with their peers, the prefrontal cortex develops and boosts connections among the neurons involved in cognitive, emotional, and motor processes. This is a significant process as the prefrontal cortex takes control of impulses and sustains attention. Play supports the development of a wide range of skills. Unstructured play, a game where negotiation of rules and consequences occur, is pivotal in the development of the prefrontal cortex. Play also strengthens thinking and memory. The use of educational toys also can help children in developing cognitive skills.

Enhances interpersonal skills

Play helps children develop skills in socialization. It helps them learn skills on how to handle difficult situations as they grow into adulthood. These interpersonal skills include how to converse and communicate with others effectively and how to share and take turns. Children usually follow rules which means that children do away with deception. If this happens, the dishonest child is isolated from the group while others strengthen their bond. Play also helps in children learning morals and values.

Boosts physical fitness

Research also shows that play improves physical fitness. Children get to benefit when they do outdoor, unstructured play. Play is one of the best ways for children to exercise as childhood obesity is a growing problem.  According to CDC, “children should spend at least 60 minutes of physical activity daily which includes exercise, muscle building, and bone strengthening.”

Facilitates emotional well-being

Play boosts children’s creativity, mental flexibility, and empathy. It allows children to process negatives situations and express their interests. Children feel disoriented and at a loss if they feel play is being limited. They feel that they do not control their lives. Children feel their capacity to be independent if they play and find success in games.

Helps them develop skills on learning

O. Fred Donaldson said “Children learn as they play. Most importantly, in play children learn how to learn.” Play helps children to develop their social skills, creativity, and their language skills. Children tend to expand their imagination when they feel a sense of adventure.
Parents should encourage their children into play. Through play, children develop language and reasoning skills, encourages autonomous thinking, problem solving and other critical lifelong skills that cannot be taught within the four walls of a classroom.


Your children's safety is our utmost priority. This is why here at KIDDOS Toys Club, we meticulously choose educational toys that are not only fun to play with but are also safe and toxin-free. We only chose from trusted toy brands put their toys through testing and passed international toy safety standards.