Toddler playing with toys  With a variety of resources aimed at
children's different developmental stages, toy libraries offer
lots of fun at little cost, writes Anlina Jones.  Play is
nature's way of making learning fun for children, so it follows
that toys are the tools of the trade. But which toys are right,
and how do you keep up with children's rapid rates of
development and forever-changing interests? Quality toys are
expensive, and children quickly become bored with them once
their play value has been exhausted. Perhaps it's time to join a
toy library.  Parents and carers can borrow a variety of
educational toys, puzzles and games from toy libraries for a low
annual fee. By regularly providing new play materials borrowed
from the library, parents can save money while still aiding
their children's development.  Toy-library staff and volunteers
provide advice on the best toys for children at different stages
of development. Resources include ride-on toys, large role-play
sets such as kitchens and workben