Developmental Toys Assignment

STEP 1: Either go to a toy store or find some toys online. Pick toys that would be appropriate for each of the following ages:

• 6 months old
• 4 years old
• 8 years old

STEP 2: Describe the toy and its purpose.

STEP 3: Describe both Piaget’s and Erikson’s stages of development at this age and explain why the toys you chose are appropriate for that age group. Add supporting evidence from your text. Each explanation should be in a paragraph or two between 100-150 words.  (21 marks 7 for each toy)

You will be marked based on this rubric.

Adapted from: https://courses.lumenlearning.com/wmopen-psychology/chapter/assignments-and-discussions-2/