In addition to being safe see Safety and children's toys below , good toys for young children need to match their stages of development and emerging abilities. Many safe and appropriate play materials are free items typically found at home. As you read the following lists of suggested toys for children of different ages, keep in mind that each child develops at an individual pace. Items on one list—as long as they are safe—can be good choices for children who are younger and older than the suggested age range. Babies like to look at people—following them with their eyes.