Television shows and video games do not encourage children to use their imaginations.

Studies have shown that a child's IQ can be substantially increased through the proper stimulation in the first few years of life. The child’s natural skills, such as memory retention, reading skills, motor skills, eye-hand coordination and math skills, can be further developed through play with the right developmental toys and educational games.

It is most important when choosing learning toys for children to choose a toy that is appropriate for the child's age.