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Toy types
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There's something to be said for boredom.  A minimal number of toys, and time without sensory overload, promote imagination and self-direction.  Cardboard boxes or objects found in nature can be great for inviting a deeper interaction.  Children can also take an interest in everyday activities and chores.  

Toys, along with media such as books, play a role in socialisation and perpetuating cultural norms and narratives.  A violent or competitive toy could be seen to condone dominant behaviour.  

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Raising Rebels

Let Toys Be Toys

Why black dolls matter

Let's change attitudes to disability, one toy at a time

Real Gender Equality Includes Femininity (and the Color Pink)

Ethical shopping guide to Toy Retailers, from Ethical Consumer

Shop types

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Montessori

Ebay

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Bonanza

Toys used by Montessori method nurseries. 

Article explaining Montessori toys

From:

£3 - 240

Cooperative

Ebay

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Bonanza

From:

£3- 20

Multicultural

EBay

Dolls in different tones. 

From:

£10- 30

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Some Fairtrade or Eco

Loubilou

From:

£4.95- 445

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Organic Shop

From:

£4.99- 162

STEM

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Solar Toys

Solar powered toys. 

From:

£5- 25

Museum shop

Brititsh Museum- UK & international

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National Trust toys- UK & international

'Part of the 'Great Minds' range of puzzles from Professor Puzzle.'

From:

£9.99

Raspberry Pi

Dennis Deal- Hong Kong & international

Coding activity. 

From:

£87.95

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Technology will Save Us

Technology will save us- UK & international

Squishing sculptures. Sewing circuits. Playing with power. Crafting and coding. Explore our range of creative tech kits and begin shaping the future.

From:

£20

Outdoor

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Tent

My Tipi- Germany & Europe

'Quality, safety and health are enormously important to us: my-teepee a product made in Germany made of only natural materials and 100% free of harmful substances.'

From:

€155

Trampoline

Trampolines.

From:

£230- 600

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Playground

Planet Organic- UK

Various play things

From:

£99.99- 624.99

Craft

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Stamp

Stamp Design- Germany & Europe

'With our great editor, you create your own stamp with just a few clicks! Fast, easy and uncomplicated!'

From:

€12- 75

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Activities
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Kid Pass

Kid's Pass

Family discount card.

From:

£1- £75

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English Heritage

English Heritage

Membership to visit historic places of interest without paying extra.

From:

£3.83- £99

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National Trust

National Trust

Membership to visit historic places of interest without paying extra.

From:

£120

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