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Toys, toys, toys
Choosing good toys is far from child's
play, say consumer experts.
The wind-up, ride -on, assembly -required
world of toys that so delights children, often
confounds their parents with the sheer
number of products available.
"Some stores offer acres of toys from
which to choose," says Pat Weldon of the
Ontario Ministry of Consumer and Commer-
cial Relations (MCCR ). "But it is possible to
pick out the best playthings by comparing a
few important factors and doing a bit of
research before buying."
One popular source of information, The
Toy Report, was released in October as part
of National Consumer Week. Produced an-
nually by the Canadian Toy Testing Council,
the report rates more than 1,400 playthings.
The 1987 edition was published with the help
of the Cosumers' Association of Canada
(CAC) and is available on newsstands
across the country.
Each toy featured is assessed in terms of
safety, play value and durability, says Julie
Creighton, an executive on the council. The
new report also includes a "best bet" list
and other hints for toy -hunters.
To get the most from The Toy Report and
similar studies, consumers should use the
information they provide as a reference
when comparison shopping. Don't pick a toy
based solely on a good rating. Be sure the
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product is suitable for your child, Weldon
says.
Children often ask for particular toys just
because they are connected with popular
television programs. Creighton explains.
Based on a character's animated exploits,
childrens' expectations of a toy can be
unrealistic. For example, plastic figures
may not even be bendable or a cuddly -
looking creature could turn out to be heavy
or unappealing to the touch.
"We think parents should talk a lot more
with the child," she says. "Don't be
negative about the toy in question, but try to
find out if the child's expectations are going
to be fulfilled. Often, the best thing is to go
into the toy store and ask to see the toy out of
its box."
Visits to a few toy stores can settle many
concerns and, questions for child and parent
alike. Plan to make the trip well in advance
of Christmas — before hopes and dreams
have settled on particular products. Look at
all the toys available, inspecting likely pur-
chases carefully for safety, ease of use and
durability — this is where ratings can help.
Is the item appropriate for the age and
abilities of the child? Is it intended to be an
actual plaything or is its purpose purely
decorative? Sales staff may be able to
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