September 10, 2007

toyless play enhances child's imagination

The recall of millions of toys made in China because of safety concerns is a scandal so big that the head of one manufacturer hanged himself last month in a warehouse. Now, hoping to restore confidence, the Chinese government is inviting foreign journalists to visit select factories.

Of course toy safety is a concern of every parent, but LM columnist, Jennifer Margulis learned this past year that kids don't need toys.

Read her story, Toyless play enhances child's imagination in Newsday.