TWU professor says toys don’t have to be expensive to stimulate child’s imagination

November 18, 2010 - DENTON — With the holidays approaching and the current economic climate, parents can choose simple gifts that inspire their child’s imagination without making a dent in their wallet.  Dr. Ron Fannin, associate professor of family sciences at Texas Woman’s University, says that instead of considering the most expensive or elaborate gift for their child, a better question for parents is what toy will hold the child’s interest.  “Parents who invest a lot of money, time and thought into choosing gifts for their child often find themselves frustrated when the child