Why the Children’s Toys We Typically See in Stores Are Very Limiting

And what’s best for kids.

A toy from a three-year-old’s personal collection, remotely resembling a helicopter. Photo by Adelina Vasile

An old Romanian poem talks about humans having three faces as they play, love, and become wiser throughout life:

The child laughs:
“Playing is my wisdom and love!”
The youngster sings:
“Loving is my play and wisdom!”
The old man is silent:
“Wisdom is my love and play!”
(Lucian…