Why Open-Ended Toys Beat Single-Purpose Toys
The Forgotten Art of Play In an era of blinking lights, pre-recorded sound effects, and plastic figures that do everything but breathe,
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Toy vs toy comparisons only work when both products are judged on what decides real use: how many ways there are to play, how fast setup and cleanup are, how it holds up, and the cost per hour of play. These head-to-head comparisons put similar products side by side. Before you read a comparison, it helps to know which criteria separate a good toy from an average one. If the two options differ mainly by the age they suit, check the age-by-age guide first — sometimes the comparison is settled before it starts.
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