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June 27, 2007 | Print

Natural Toys for Preschool Girls

We love these toys because they inspire creativity and imagination.

1. A Fairy Bower creates a magical tent inside the house or hanging from a tree on the lawn. The Bower becomes a fort, a quiet place to read or play with friends.

2. The Fairy Dress is perfect for dress up. The shiny satin-y one piece complete with wings is easy for little girls to pull over their heads, and lasts through repeated wearings. Other fairy gear: the Sweetheart Fairy Tutu with wand, wings and headband or just fairy wings are always a hit.

Girls also love these flowing silk wings, they can be fairies or butterflies, or butterfly fairies!

3. Window paints are fun and creative and surprisingly exciting for their simplicity. Paint inside or out, easy to clean and wash off clothes and kids.

4. A wooden doll bed is natural, durable and popular for years. Children use blankets to cover their dolls and stuffed animals, sing them to sleep and turn out the lights. An old standby for imaginative play.

The doll sling is great for walks to the park and car rides, and can be special when mom is wearing her baby too.

5. One last costume idea because dress up is such a favorite–the silk Mermaid Costume turns girls into water princesses.

Our list of Natural Toys for Preschool Boys also has some great ideas for girls, like cooking and gardening gear.

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