As the festive season approaches, Dr. Amanda Gummer, founder of the Good Play Guide and a well-known expert in child development, has unveiled her Top 10 Christmas Picks for 2024.
This highly anticipated list showcases toys that not only offer enjoyment but are backed by rigorous testing and evaluation, ensuring they meet the developmental needs of children.
Drawing on over 20 years of experience in child psychology and play research, Dr. Gummer has established herself as a trusted voice in the global toy industry. Her Good Play Guide stands as a beacon for quality, providing independent accreditation for toys that align with the principles of fun, ease of use, and skills development.
“This list highlights toys that have been meticulously tested for their ability to engage children while supporting their cognitive, emotional, and physical development,” comments Amanda, “Our accreditation process is set up to give retailers confidence that these products deliver real value to families.”
Dr. Gummer’s Top 10 Picks for 2024 feature a range of products across different age groups and play types, each selected for its ability to captivate children while promoting meaningful development.
Among the highlights:
NogginStik Developmental Light-Up Rattle – This multi-sensory rattle helps babies engage with their environment through lights, sounds, and textures, supporting visual and auditory development during critical early milestones.
Yoto Player and Cards – A screen-free audio player that stimulates creativity and independent learning. With a wide range of stories, music, and educational content, the Yoto Player is a versatile tool that parents trust for its ability to engage children without screens.
Xtend Mg+ Bike – Starting as a balance bike and converting into a pedal bike, this innovative design grows with the child, supporting coordination, balance, and confidence. Its versatility makes it a must-have for promoting physical development through active outdoor play.
These toys, along with the rest of Dr. Gummer’s top picks linked here, have undergone extensive testing by children and been reviewed by experts at the Good Play Guide’s headquarters. Dr. Gummer’s hands-on approach and research-driven methodology ensure that these toys are not only fun but offer real developmental benefits.
Dr. Gummer’s Full List of Top 10 Christmas Picks for 2024:
NogginStik Developmental Light-Up Rattle
My First Scalextric Batwheels Batman vs Robin Race Set
Yoto Player and Cards
Xtend Mg+ Bike
Mood Bears
Mini Micro Scooter
MAGNA-TILES® Space Set
Fun to Learn Standalone Magazines
Air Toobz
Quickbuild Transport for London Routemaster Bus
Dr. Gummer’s Good Play Guide has become a trusted tool for manufacturers and retailers looking to align their offerings with products that deliver value beyond entertainment. Each toy in the Top 10 list reflects her team’s commitment to promoting quality play that enhances children’s developmental growth.
