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A Simple Joy

Find a plastic container (Its cover should fit) And into that cover Cut out a small slit. Procure a small package Of poker-style chips, The red, white and blue ones, Just right for small grips. Present to a child (From toddler-age up) And watch her delight As she fills up that cup. My children enjoyed this And now, too, the grands, The basics of pleasure A child understands.

Copyright © | Year Posted 2017




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Date: 11/25/2017 10:55:00 AM
What a wonderful idea Ilene, beats paying for expensive toys which do the same job great for helping a child's dexterity and reasoning - Have you considered using a lid with different sized slots and use 'chocolate' coins' as a festive treat:-) hugs jan xx
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Ilene Bauer
Date: 11/26/2017 3:40:00 PM
i like your ideas, jan! it's amazing how entertained children can be with such simple things. they really don't need all those fancy and expensive toys...
Date: 11/25/2017 10:47:00 AM
THis is so simple and lovely, true too :))
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Ilene Bauer
Date: 11/26/2017 3:39:00 PM
thank you for reading and commenting, sneha rv!

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