Toy library

A toy library lends or hires out toys, puzzles, and games, functioning either as a rental shop or a form of family resource program. Toy libraries offer play sessions for families and a wide range of toys appropriate for children at different stages in their development. Toy libraries provide children with new toys every week or two, saving parents money and keeping children from getting bored. Popular in the French-speaking world, toy libraries are called ludothèques.

History

Toy libraries have existed since at least 1935, with the establishment of one in Los Angeles. The idea re-emerged and gained popularity in the United States in the 60s and 70s with the passage of Head Start and other legislation.[1]

See also

A lekotek is a toy and play library with a specific focus on children with special needs. Adapting to the technology world, there are online toys and games libraries coming up in different parts of the world.

References
  1. Moore, Julia E. (1995). "A History of Toy Lending Libraries in the United States Since 1935". Kent State University master's thesis. Retrieved 23 May 2010.


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