What to consider when buying toys?

How often have you seen an expectant father rush out to buy the unborn child a Hornby train set? Seen aunts and uncles buy toys that your child grew out of years ago? Seen the proud grandfathers buy the 'must have' toy of Christmas only to see it end up at the bottom toy box come boxing day? Toy buying may not be easy as you first think. Toy retailers and manufacturers alike bombard your senses with an array of stylish packaging and eye catching displays all designed to make you want to buy their toys! However, you, as the toy buying public, needs to ask a few simply questions to ensure that you're actually purchasing the toy you want as opposed to being fooled by the marketing frenzy that makes you THINK you're buying the toy you want!

Here are some great tips to consider when buying toys:

Is it age appropiate?

Is it safe?

Is it simmulating?

Is it value for money?

How about your sanity!!!