Abstract
Toys play an important role in the emotional and cognitive development of children. This study aims to clarify the meaning of toys in a recycling-oriented society. When children first begin to play with toys, it is important for adults (e.g. parents, teachers etc.) to teach them the importance of recycling toys. Stuffed toys are known to alleviate the sense of loss children may feel independence from the close parent-child relationship before children begin to develop human relationships through peer interactions. Toys play a hidden role as emotional stabilizers and stress relievers, even for adults. In the stage of imitative play behavior, items that would otherwise be thrown away can be used as toys. Individuals who play with recycled items as toys during childhood, especially in the field of childcare and educational activities, are more likely to take part in recycling in daily life as adults. Therefore, when children are given recycled items as toys it is also necessary to provide them with adequate information about recycling. For all children, including those with disabilities, it will be necessary to provide toys with additional functions or toys that can be easily modified to suit the needs of each individual.
