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Crystals come in different shapes and sizes, and some are small enough to be considered a choking hazard and therefore unsuitable for children under 3.  

 

Children should always be supervised by an adult when playing with or handling crystals, as they are not your traditional “toy” and do require extra caution.  For example, some may be toxic, whether touched, ingested, inhaling dust particles or when mixed with water.  Others can be sharp in raw form, or when shattered or broken - some can be razor sharp.  

 

When buying for children, ensure you have carried out your own research and that you understand which crystals are the most suitable.

 

A list of resources can be found below that will help you to decide.  A good start is to look for 'health risks' sections and 'hardness' which are extremely useful.

 

An Overview of Minerals Toxicity:  

https://www.academia.edu/40433628/An_Overview_of_Minerals_Toxicity

 

mindat.org : a huge database giving information on each crystal.  You can simply type in the crystal name you are interested in, to find out more information on health risks and much more.