Adults often think that play is just fun for children. However, play is a fundamental need that promotes children's emotional, mental, physical, and social development. Babies start exploring the world by watching and touching objects and toys. Therefore, it's crucial to consider which toys they interact with and whether these toys properly engage their senses.

 

While we are familiar with the five senses: touch, sight, hearing, smell, and taste, there are additional senses that play a vital role in development. These include:

 

Tactile: Helps the child identify feelings through skin contact.

Vestibular: Responsible for balance and movement sensitivity.

Interoception: Manages sensations related to internal states such as fatigue and the need for the toilet.

Proprioception: Allows perception of muscles, joints, and limb positions.

The active functioning of these eight senses is essential for psychological and physiological development in childhood. Therefore, the selection of appropriate sensory toys is crucial.

 

Drawing from my 10 years of professional experience in individual and group therapy with children, I have evaluated TOi TOi's Milestone Collection toys in light of these scientific principles.

 

Mini, Midi, and Maxi series of the TOi TOi Milestone Collection cater to the sensory needs of children at various developmental stages, providing the highest and most sustainable quality. The minimal facial details in all three series help children identify their emotional state with their toy, fostering a sense of security. The plush toys’ soft texture, calming colors, and simple patterns contribute to inner peace and balance, aiding in the development of attention and focus skills. Each series includes features that actively support children, fostering self-control, self-confidence, exploration, independence, imagination, and socialisation skills.

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Psychotherapist & Play Therapist Mr. Emin Çağlı