| As adults we will certainly look at a toy like the | | | | independent and provides them with a common |
| Mighty Beanz Series as simple, however, toys like | | | | ground when it comes to socializing. |
| this one, is much more than just a simple toy. In | | | | When your child collects something they become |
| the process of collecting and playing with these | | | | an expert. I learned this quite quickly when my |
| types of toys go a long way in helping with child | | | | nephew explained to me what each Mighty Beanz |
| development. | | | | meant. I had no real idea what he was talking |
| Collecting has been around forever. It's safe to | | | | about, but I do know that he was very specific in |
| save that each and every one of us has had | | | | telling me what each meant and actually seemed |
| some form of collection when we were kids and | | | | to get a kick out of the fact that he knew more |
| perhaps some still do! Each of us likes to save | | | | than I did on the subject! That feeling encourages |
| "something," and children are no different. For kids | | | | a child to learn more so that they can carry on |
| however, collecting items like the Mighty Beanz | | | | being the authority with respect to that topic. |
| Series can be multifaceted and can benefit your | | | | You might not have to encourage your child to |
| child in many different ways: | | | | start some form of a collection. They may |
| 1. Fun - Instead of sitting in front of the television, | | | | already be involved in some form or fashion. |
| your child may get more fun and enjoyment out | | | | Collecting cards like the Yu-Gi-Oh Cards. Geared |
| of adding to their already growing collection, | | | | more towards older kids, these cards lead them |
| organizing and determining what their collection is | | | | through a mystical world where each card again is |
| missing. | | | | significant with its own abilities and powers. |
| 2. Educational - Through their collecting and sharing | | | | Collecting also gives your child a sense of pride |
| with other kids they not only learn different things | | | | and ownership in what they are collecting. They |
| about the item they happen to be collecting, but it | | | | want to protect and take care of their collection. |
| teaches children communication skills, the concept | | | | They will spend hours organizing and displaying |
| of sharing and fair play. | | | | their collection and help anyone who moves a |
| To a young child collecting things like the Mighty | | | | small part of their collection, they are sure to |
| Beanz, stuffed animals, barbie dolls, or trading | | | | notice and as a parent, you will hear about it! |
| cards is a great way for them to become | | | | |