Comments on: Way Too Many Toys

By: Meg McCormick

Meg McCormick — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 18:13:03 +0000

I LOVE this book. I have given it as a present to many a niece, nephew or friend! It really is so true too- large boxes are so much more fun when you inject your own imagination into them then when they are filled with toys…. Also, kids LOVE the illustrations. The book works for a wide range of ages because the illustrations are so detailed- the older boy I nannied for was always finding new things to laugh at while the younger one was engaged in the storyline! Great rec, Geralyn!

By: Beth

Beth — Thu, 08 Oct 2009 12:52:14 +0000

We have way too many toys. I really should start giving some away. All the kids really like to play with is cardboard boxes, markers, and the bulletin board anyway

By: Sherri

Sherri — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 23:52:15 +0000

Can't wait to read the Shannon book! I was just discussing this with N's teacher. How do kids acquire toys? N seems to love to go to other people's houses to seek out what they have for toys. I don't think we have that many and sometimes wonder if we should have more. But mostly I think this not out of depravation, but rather that I don't want the kids to expect a toy every time we enter a store. Also I don't want to use toys as rewards either. I do think it may be necessary to find ways to encourage and support play with other objects… I love your story about growing up! So Roxaboxen!

By: MikeMac01

MikeMac01 — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 02:22:39 +0000

As the husband of record, I wish to add that I am in no way a paid spokesperson for the Lego or Hot Wheels corporations. I also add that the items purchased DO get used and re-used, many times over, in countless new ways (re: the guide and inspire principle)! And they clean up good, too…um, when we really HAVE to, I mean.

By: Mandy

Mandy — Wed, 07 Oct 2009 01:17:07 +0000

SO TRUE!! My husband and I were just discussing the toy situation today. My husband suggested we should have our family adopt the houseboat plan. Live like you are on a houseboat with limited space…for every new toy/item you purchase you would have to give away one item to make room for the new one. I thought that was a great way to explain the problem to our kids! I hope it works.