1. EXAM REVSION 2013 World wide transport Educational Toys

5. What makes an educational toy It must educate the child either; Through touch (it might have different tactile qualities) Imagery(colourful recognisable images) Sound( create recognisable sounds to the images) Movement( the child has to move and touch with the toy) Shapes ( create shapes that the child has to engage with almost like a jigsaw)

6. What toys are suitable? Play mats- Sensory cubes Skittles and ball Wall hanging connecting games Interactive Toys

7. Play carpets- Soft toy books Soft toy ball

8. What fabrics would be suitable Only natural fabrics, as there are no chemicals or synthetic properties to the fabrics. Felt – Bonded fabric (using moisture and heat) Fleece – Bonded fabric (using moisture and heat) Wool – knitted fabric Cotton – woven fabric Possibly Polyester made from PET (recycled plastic bottle tops)

9. Components and modern components? Components: Straps Velcro Pockets Modern components: LED Lights Conductive threads Sound devices Interactive screens