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What matters at each stage, and what to put in their hands.
Babies (0–1)Floor time, real objects, board books, being talked to.Toddlers (1–2)Climbing, stacking, pouring, helping, and lots of books.Preschoolers (3–5)Pretend play, building, outdoor risk-taking, first games.Early school age (6–8)Real tools, card games, chapter books, independence.Tweens (9–12)Independence, real responsibility, deep hobbies.Teens (13+)Sleep, autonomy, real-world competence, purpose.