DIMS SCORE^® Calculator – Build & Play Toys

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Playing outside in good weather can be a great way to have fun with your friends -- it's good for your body and your brain!

But lots of toys are meant for indoor fun, and that is when you would choose N/A which stands for Not Applicable.

Building, craft or science kits that require you to read and follow instructions can help you develop the important skill of problem-solving while you play.

Figuring out the difference between the instructional diagram and what you're looking at can be super satisfying!

Believe it or not, creating music, ceramics, knitwear or clothes in childhood is where careers often start!

Most parents love knowing their kids are learning about the world around them.

Who knew no two snowflakes look alike?

Thinking in advance about where you plan to display the finished product can help show your parents how much this purchase means to you.

The cost of replacing batteries (or any necessary supplies) each year adds to your toy's total cost -- making it more than just what it costs to buy it and bring it home.

Whenever a new person gets to enjoy an item, the cost per use goes down. How cool is that?

Won't it feel great to know that someone else will have a chance to enjoy this toy after you're finished with it?

It's not often possible to sell "build and play" toys like model or craft sets, but you might be able to donate an easel or microscope once you are done with it.

And if you re-sell it to a consignment store, you can get back some of the money you originally spent on it.

Supporting local manufacturers helps your community, when you can.

It may also reduce the carbon footprint of your purchase: it takes less energy to deliver an item from close to home.

And if you re-sell it to a consignment store, you can get back some of the money you originally spent on it.

Great, you're supporting local manufacturers.

This toy was made in your home country, which usually results in lower shipping costs.

We can't always buy local. But keeping track helps us remember to do so whenever possible.

Supporting local stores helps your community, when you can. Your money helps to pay the people who work in that store, and if they spend their money locally, it helps the community again!

It can also reduce your carbon footprint as it takes less energy to get to a local store.

Parents are often more interested in helping you buy something when you are willing to spend some of your own money.

This can be a great way to show your parents how much this toy means to you.

Can you get your money back or the toy replaced if it doesn’t work/ stops working the way it's supposed to?