What toys do eight month old boys really enjoy?
I am looking for advice from other parents about what toys your eight month old really likes/liked. Right now, my son loves his Baby Jumperoo and Baby Einstein saucer he sits in. He also likes playing with the usually keys and other small things he can get his mouth. Are there any other toys we should consider? He can roll but is not able to walk or crawl yet.
Busy board: Many babies adore these activity boards that can be attached to a crib rail. They come with parts that move and spin, giving your baby a place to practice coordinating her hands with sensory experiences. He’s also getting the idea that you can make things happen to objects — so poking, twisting, squeezing, shaking, dropping, and opening things will fascinate him.
Soft dolls or stuffed animals: Babies this age often develop an attachment to a "lovey," or favorite toy or blanket. And pediatricians encourage this connection, saying a familiar object can ease transitions later on. Still, some dolls and stuffed animals make more suitable loveys than others. Avoid ones with ribbons, plastic eyes, yarn, or anything that can be pulled off and put into your child’s mouth. And don’t get dolls so big they’re hard for your baby to pick up and explore.
Balls: Balls are fun for just about any age. Lightweight fabric balls suit this particular crowd well. Roll one back and forth between the two of you on the floor, or when he’s older, toss it across the room so he can crawl after it.
Household items: Look no farther than your kitchen cabinet for some of your baby’s favorite items. A plastic bowl, some measuring cups, and wooden spoons will entertain your baby for a long time. Open the cupboard while you’re preparing a meal and your baby will pull out a few utensils of his own and whip up something alongside you.
Wood or soft blocks: Show your baby how to stack a few blocks, and then knock them down. Pile them into containers for him — and dump them out. He’ll get the idea. Stacking blocks and filling and dumping games are wildly popular in this age group.
Moving toys: As your baby begins to crawl and move around, he’ll be more interested in toys that do the same. Find some sturdy cars he can push around the rug. Or toys that pop up when your baby pushes just the right spot.
Books: This is the age at which reading becomes more interactive and fun for both of you. Cloth or board books work well now. After you read the book, you can pass it to him so he can take a turn flipping the pages and "reading" to you.