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Show THE JOURNAL Page 6 5nDECEMBl WOMAN'S WORLD Select Gifts That Meet Creative Urge By Ertta Haley ttOW MANY MOTHERS have A said, a few days after Santa Claus paid his annual visit, All those toys, and yet Jimmy cant seem to find anything to do. ly operate can be put to use in Toddler's Sweeper Youngsters can Indeed have a lot of toys, but somehow, not enough to keep them busy when they must stay inside on account of stormy weather or illness. On the other u . m side of the picture, you may have ; a child with few toys who can play happily for hours. There Is a difference In children, Its true, but there may be a big difference in the toys. Parents frequently choose something which may appeal to them but which is too advanced for the child, or not advanced enough. Often their choice is based on carpBaby finds his play-siz- e short range planning which is peret sweeper an excellent push-pu- ll fectly natural, during the holiday toy. This efficient toy, a rush when shopping has to get done. copy of his mothers carpet Take a long range view of the toy sweeper, actually picks up dust and youll situation, however, and lint and permits the child to choose toys which will stimulate Imitate his parent while learnthe child and thus keep him occuing tidy habits. pied for long periods of time. Its worth it when you think of the out from underfoot. time theyll be spending in the Boys as well as girls will enjoy house! cooking. They may sometimes preChildren get bored with too many fer your equipment to theirs, but toys right at once. If you can cookie cutters and small molds manage it, see that some toys are from mothers kitchen cannot easiset aside after theyre opened, and ly be ruined. For smaller let the youngsters rotate playing the toys are better since children, they can with different kinds. Insist that toys be more grasped readily. played with must be put carefully Types of Painting Interest Children Children who have difficulty expressing themselves usually love to paint. However, youll find that talkative children can become very interested, too. The time they want to spend on painting varies with each individual. When you first introduce paints to the child, go about it methodically so hell know whats expected. Spread the floor with newspapers, set up paints and water, then brushes and books or an easel. This will save accidents on the floor since the papers are absorbent ;..J - wk' . Creativ toys for youngsters. . . , away, before new ones come out. This is not a severe disciplinary measure, but an essential training effort In the bringing up of the young. The tactic is followed in play schools and children learn to accept it without question. Start Youngsters On Simple Toys Children in the three to five age group have a great deal of imagi- nation even though you may not be able to follow their trend of thought. Watch them at play, and theyll be busy creating this and that. Theyll tell you what it is, even though you might never be able to identify it by yourself. These children need toys within their grasp. Blocks are still good, but give them a good supply of col- oring books, simple puzzles with about five large pieces, finger paints, dough and modei clay. With a place of their own to work, primarly a low table and chair or stool, theyll keep happily busy for a good length of time. Theyll come to you frequently to show you whars going on, and you 11 find that small praise will keep them happily engaged on more projects. Theyll make a mess, too, but youll find theyre happy to help you clean it up, if youve taught them pride in neatness. While they play, let them mess to their hearts content; otherwise, youll be frustrating their normal, busy instincts cut-out- s, at self-expressio- n. For long afternoons when theyre confined to bed or at least indoors, beading, puzzles, cooking and even sewing will keep the Tittle ones happy. These are occupations which will keep them time-consumi- ng cleaning and picking up their rooms. Make some attractive dus cloths, too, and see how easily ant readily theyll use them. Construction toys appeal to both boys and girls and are excellen for teaching not only following in structions but also coordination y St ' v. ':Vv.vAy. ,y' y ,v & . - V ?' ' bate'' I y? For somewhat younger children there are sets of villages that work something like a puzzle. Youngsters eight years old anc up can be turned loose in the kitchen to make such things as muffins, puddings and casseroles for the noon or evening meal. Before ac tually letting them cook, lay the groundwork with some teaching and participation. There are some fine books for childrens cooking which will help you teach them. Embroidery work for girls can be started at seven or eight, and of course, there are weaving and other types of handicraft which are interesting, too. Make Modeling Clay Sets At Home Modeling animals, inanimate ob Jects or still life can keep children well occupied for hours at a time. These little sets make nice presents and can b made at home very quickly. yr-- ; y 7V ' f AFTER BRUSH WITH DEATH . . . Patrolman Sam p Louis, Mo., holds Marta Broderson ,hl!0,5 saved by giving the tot artificial respiration when rt? cb,kt on a plastic wheel from a toy locomotive. v After minutes of treatment, Marta coughed up the whee wUch Bta, Is holding In his left hand. nine-month-o- ld STAR DUST Kramer's 'Cyrano de Bergerac1 Records in Hew York Breaking thing INEZ Potters clay bought in powdered or already-mixe- d form Is the GERHARD By to use. Mix with water, if you use powder, until soft and pliable. QTANLEY KRAMER, after knock-In- g lightful dialogue. Columbia can! the countrys box offices for many a bow for this one. Place the balls in decorated jars. a with Home of the Brave, loop You may use odd jars and decorate The Champion Those academy awards and The Men, was prepared to lose a lot of money going to be tough to decide on Cyrano de Bergerac. But he this year. Sunset Boulenrd. to had make just it Even Kramer Gloria Swanson's come-picture, has been a strong cor ! b tender from 'x the first About Eve is right up froK Anne Baxter should get one !c her performance S i the r, ff1 !. Add best Born filr in this And Thelma Ritter scores s: supporting actrer at Yesterday-wh- i line-u- p! David Brian didnt mind for a scene in Breakthrough, I the first time he had Jo do it, j Flamingo Road, shedding tK was a tough assignment You can provide paint aprons or smocks, too, and youll find the youngsters are delighted with these as presents, as well as easels, paints, brushes and books. Let the child swish his brush around as he pleases, - and paint what pictures he chooses. Its to be understood that he cannot paint furniture or walls. If youve ever watched finger painting or done it yourself, you know what an immense joy it Is. The fingers are dipped in the paint and the painting is done on butchers paper, finger painting paper or any other type that has a high gloss. When the paint has dried, the paper can be pressed with a warm iron on the wrong side, then hung or mounted. This makes a permanent picture which may be used in the childs room. Water paints as well as finger paints can easily be washed off with water, and thus make no permanent damage if used on furniture accidentally. Its arlso easy to clean fingers and clothing after painting time is ready for clean-u-p time. Older Youngsters Enjoy Imitating Adults The influence of living with adults predominates childrens lives and its easy to understand why they like to engage in adult-lik- e activities such as building and repairing cars and motors, cooking, setting table, washing dishes or clothing, cleaning, and dressing dolls. You can keep little girls busy for hours with just a single doll if that doll has enough changes of clothing for the girl to imagine enough activities. Doll clothing can be made by mother, in fact a complete wardrobe, and this will occupy two or three youngsters for a whole afternoon. Children will even enjoy helping with the cleaning if you supply them with toys their size. Carpet sweep, ers and vacuum cleaners that real- ' give opportunity for expression them with decals for a festive look, or paint the youngsters names on the jars. After using the clay, the child should be taught to roll it in a ball, poke a hole to the center with his finger, and fill that with water. The balls are then placed in the jars, covered, to be ready for future use. Dont forget young fry fashions in nightwear if youre looking for a practical gift. In addition to the pastels and plaids, youll find that bright red flannel pajamas and gowns are very new,. Fashion Flashes Edgar Bergen kv launched show on CBS and then JOSE FERRER could not have hoped for greater success. The film, starring Jose Ferrer the one man in the world for the role is breaking records at the New York theater where it is being shown, and is likely to run for at least a year. The film and Ferrer win new awards every day. -- John Derek went without smoking for more than a year, not by choice. Had to stop before the storks arrival; his wife was allergic to smoke. Then he went into strict training as a football hero In Columbias The Hero. his pitched i, preparations for his stint on t Disneys Christmas Day party will television, on NBC. This will ind Disney's TV debut. It scenes from his past product revue of and a thumb-nai- l long-awaite- d Alice in Wi Bergen will appear land. those two favorites, Charlie Sneri Carthy and Mortimer Joan Crawford was Milwaukee by reports from that Jon impostor calling herselfa hotel ford had registered at and having fun. 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