Educational toys are not a new idea. A rare 19th century "Yankee Schoolmaster" toy was offered in a recent auction. The toy was patented in 1884. Push a lever on the 10½-inch-tall toy and the ...

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Research shows that what your child is exposed to in their early years is crucial to their future learning and development. But with so many toys for toddlers on the market, it can be hard to ...