Procedure of toys and games examination consists of expert evaluation and testing with children (within families and in groups of child care).
Expert evaluation is performed in accordance with specific criteria and held by three experts which give their opinions and then summarize it in written text.
The toy examination in the Centre MSUPE is based on the following criteriа:
Under specific approach, the main function of the toy is activation of age-specific child play.
In the prosess of expertise, every toy should pass an ethical filter. The toys, which contradict ethical age norms accepted in most cultures, should be prohibited.
1. The motivation of play activity connects to the attraction of the toy for the child.
2. Developemental potential of the toy is determined by it's matching specific play activity and variability of possible play actions with it, its openness to the child's imagination.
3. Operational characteristics of the toy provide the possibility of independent child play activity.
Toys corresponding to these requirements get the seal of approval - special mark, symbol of top-quality goods, which you can see below.