Wooden toys and plastic toys have been compared, some say good wooden toys, some people say a good plastic toys.But each toy is actually has its advantages and disadvantages.If Wooden and Plastic Toys are in your shopping list but you do not have which type to choose, especially in the safety area, and the advantages and disadvantages between both types, here’s a simple comparison list that may just help you to gain some better understanding!

Let's look at what are the advantages and disadvantages of plastic toys:

Advantage:one of the good things that you will like about plastic toys is that they are often less expensive than wooden toys thus making them a great option for those unable to afford different types of toys. Plastic toys are also washable therefore it is easier for you to disinfect and keep clean if you have children who like to direct toys to their mouth. They can also be exciting for a child to play with, due to the different colors and ability to bend and twist into different shapes. Most plastic toys have also become BPA free, making them healthier for kids.

Disadvantage:As compared to Wooden Toys, Plastic Toys are less durable and tend to break easily especially when smashed and bitten by young children. If small pieces break off from the plastic, they can easily be swallowed by children and become a choking hazard. Plastics are also known to put off harmful chemicals into the environment thus making them less eco-friendly!

Wooden toys: the advantages and disadvantages of the

Advantage:The most recognized advantage of getting wooden toys for your children is its durability. Wooden toys seem to last for what seems like an eternity, where many have been passed down from generation to generation. Wooden toys are also environmentally friendly and if they do break it is safe for landfills and will break down without hazard toxins. (Although you must be careful when buying second hand that they weren’t coated in lead paint).

Many parents also see wooden toys as more traditional – representing the past. This was a past when children didn’t have technology to distract them, so they needed to use their imaginations to have fun.

Disadvantage:Wooden toys tends to be harder than plastic toys which might make it easier for children to hurt themselves if they are not careful. Chewing wooden toys can also lead to splinters in a child’s mouth or swallowing of pieces of wood. However, if you purchase wisely, these should not be any concerns because almost all wooden toys have been designed with all these factors in mind.

At the end of the day, there’s actually no right or wrong in choosing a wooden or a plastic toy for your child. The best choice that you can make for your child is to select toys that you can afford and that are the safest for your child at his or her appropriate age. As your children get older, more choices also become available. Just be careful and always read what the toys are made of (regardless if it’s made of wood or plastic) and most importantly, avoid any painted toys for a young child.