Have you ever seen a child in a room full of the latest toys and found the child to be playing with old fashioned children?s wooden toys that were a big hit when you were young? What is it about this sight that is so comforting? Is it because the child?s wooden toy makes us feel nostalgic or is there something else at play here? In our world of plastic throw-away goods it is comforting to see lasting goods lasting. It is especially comforting to see goods which are felt to be...

Many of the latest and greatest toys are sold simply because they have great advertising. The toy itself is often easily broken and will pass into the realm of ancient history once the fad has passed on or a new movie is released with bigger, brighter, and better characters. Some toys, though, especially gifts, can last for the duration of a childhood. Some can even last longer. Certain classic toys will never lose their appeal, and while they may require some investment, the...

Two independent studies appear to link computer racing games with reckless driving, but should they actually be taken seriously? The car insurance experts discuss.

Any day's a great day for fun kids games! Rain, shine, or any season is a perfect time to play games. Has it been awhile since you thought about fun kids games? Here's a short list to jog your memory . . . Do you remember "Duck, Duck, Goose"? It's terrific fun, and can be played outdoors or in. And believe it or not, it's fun for any age! Here's how it's played: Have the children all sit down in a circle (make a smaller circle for the little tykes). One person is...