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    Holiday guide: Best toys for children 3 to 6 years old

    Consumer Reports News: November 20, 2009 05:08 AM


    By 3 years old, children start interacting with each other and engaging in pretend play. They enjoy acting out grown-up roles and using props such as costumes to bring their imaginations to life.

    Suggested toys
    Electronic toys that convert your TV or PC into a learning/interactive play site, nontoxic art supplies, books, videos, musical instruments, and outdoor toys such as a baseball tee, slide, or swing.

    For related information, see our other reports: 

    • toys buying guide
    • best toys for newborn to 3-month-old babies
    • best toys for babies 4-10 months old
    • best toys for babies 9 months to 1 year old
    • best toys for babies and children 1 to 3 years old

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