DISCOVERY TOYS CRISIS IN PLAY We are faced with a growing crisis in our children's ability to THINK and LEARN today. Play, the fundamental basis for children's learning, is disappearing at home, at school and in communities. As a result our kids are not developing critical 21st century skills such as collaboration, creativity, problem-solving, resilience and empathy that they will need to succeed as adults in the global economy. • Children have lost 8 hours of free play per week in the last two decades. • Kids between 8 and 18 spend an average of 7.5 hours a day on screen time (tv, video games, etc.). In the US the average baby starts watching TV at 5 months old. • 30,000 schools in the US have eliminated recess. • Kindergarten is the new first grade: Study shows increased class time for literacy, math, test taking, and test preparation and substantially less time for art, music, science, and child-selected activities. • Kids today get less time outside than people in prison. © DISCOVERY TOYS 2018 I CRISIS IN PLAY I ALL RIGHTS RESERVED.
DISCOVERY TOYS KID-POWERED: Our products offer hands-on play that puts the child in charge of the learning. Our toys are unplugged and are not linked to video games, computers, TV or movies. LAYERS OF LEARNING: Each of our unique learning toys can be used in many ways and will continue to be part of play as your child develops new interests and skills. SELECTED FOR DEVELOPMENTAL VALUE: Our toys are targeted to help children achieve developmental milestones. Our consultants are experts in matching the right toy with the right needs. SUPER SAFE AND HIGH QUALITY: Discovery Toys safety standards are much higher than the government or industry standards. They are durable and, where possible, washable. Satisfaction Guarantee. FUN: Our toys are designed with “fun” and learning in mind. Fun prolongs play and increases the frequency of play. Our toys are fun for parents, encouraging you to play along. NON-VIOLENT: Our toys promote respectful non-violent interactions among children. NON COMMERCIALIZED: Our toys help children create their own stories. Our toys are marketed to moms and do not influence children to watch more TV. AWARD WINNING: Discovery Toys has more than 100 award-winning products that support the needs of today’s kids, parents and teachers. ECO-FRIENDLY: Wherever possible Discovery Toys uses Eco-Friendly Materials and manufacturing processes. Our packaging is frustration free as we eliminate materials like steel wire ties and hard plastic clamshells. GENDER NEUTRAL: Our products can be enjoyed by all children regardless of gender.