Playing is important to children. And when it comes to playing, toys play a crucial part in their early stage physical and mental development. They are the way kids practice growing up. Gabriele Galimberti, an Italian photographer captured the Toy Story of children from across the world – by visiting over 50 countries. (SOURCE) From dolls houses to fake plastic guns – this remarkable collection of photographs shows the distinct difference between children’s toys in different countries which also gives a strong impression of the social, political and economical conditions that these children live in.

1. Lucas – Sydney, Australia

2. Noel – Dallas, Texas