The following is a guest post by my 8-year old son, Salem Becker.
Buying an 8-year old a toy can be tough. It can be a difficult choice for them because there is a lot of new stuff in the toy stores everyday. A kid’s mind changes a lot. We like something one month but something different another month. If you don’t give away toys you don’t need or want, you’ll end up with too many toys.
And having too many toys can be a little bit of a problem. Because…
- It takes too long to pick them up.
- You forget where some of them are.
- You might not have enough room to keep them all.
- If you have too many toys, you might not have space to play with them.
If you need help finding good toys, here are some things you might like…
- Don’t buy really cheap toys. Because they just might break right away like the things that I get with tickets at Pizza Putt. Those toys usually break right away.
- Don’t always buy small toys. Because it’s really easy to lose some.
- Only buy things you really want. Just because your friends have it doesn’t mean you really want it.
- Only buy things you are interested in. For example, if you are going to get a couple of cars, you should get the cars that interest you. If you don’t like tractors, then you shouldn’t get a tractor-car.
- Buy toys that you can play with other people. If you don’t like playing by yourself, get toys that you can play with other people. If you are an only child, you can always play with your parents.
- You should probably buy some video game that you would like. Because if you are by yourself, you can play it by yourself. And if you are having a play date with other people at your house, you can play it with them. But only play it for a certain time – not too much.
Having too many toys is a problem, isn’t it? I hope you find this helpful.
I hope as well that you found his view of the world to be both enjoyable and helpful. And I’m sure he would warmly welcome any comments you might have…
Betty Jean Bell says
Fantastic article! So insightful! This is not only a helpful toy buying guide (which I definitely always need help with) but it can be applied to so many aspects of our lives – kids and adults. Great work! Start your own blog! I’ll be one of your biggest fans!
Gip @ So Much More Life says
I’m glad to see that dad has taught you both good values and good writing skills. This is a very interesting and useful post.
And we know about winter storms here in North Texas. We’re in the middle of one now.
Gip
Meg says
Thank you for this guest post, Salem, it provides a lot of insights. I especially like “If you have too many toys, you might not have space to play with them.” This was a serious problem for me when I was eight, and continued to be a problem until a couple of years ago. It’s a very important thing to remember.
Tell your dad that I am still hoping he will write a book about being a good parent. If he doesn’t, I will just have to wait until you write it someday!
gloria says
Salem, Love your comment that said, “just because your friends have it doesn’t really mean you want it!” Awesome observation and consideration for whether or not to buy something! You are a very smart 8 yr old!!
Mandi @ Life Your Way says
Great post, Salem! I think a lot of us adults could follow your guidelines for buying our own “toys” too!
David Kavich says
Salem, your post is simply wonderful!! However you did it (we writers all need proofreaders and editors to help us), your work is certainly worth publishing — and I am a publisher! I really enjoyed it!
Jana says
I love this post Salem. You did a great job!
Brenda Allingham says
Hi Salem! I enjoyed what you wrote about having too many toys and many of the things that you mentioned were exactly the confirmation (I know big word!) that I needed to hear from a boy your age! Thank you and God bless you as you learn to most effectively live for God and share what he has given to you.
Jill Foley says
Salem,
GREAT POST. Like many others, I will have my daughters read this. It is great reading about toys from a child’s perspective, and you bring up many good points that many of us have never thought of.
I can’t wait to read your next post. smile
Adam Welker says
Awesome job!
You sound pretty mature for your age, and I’m sure your post will be an encouragement for other kids. Your dad has taught you well! Keep it up!