It's the perfect time of year to start choosing gifts for our little ones who learn through play. There are so many well-made products out there to help us spark our toddler's imagination, increase their knowledge and grow their skills! Of course, always check the product to make sure it is safe for your child's age and maturity level. Some toys are for 3 and up. This article contains affiliate links. All links were chosen by me, and I hope I have sparked some great gift ideas for your little ones. I may earn a small commission if you make a purchase. Thank you for your support.
Puzzles
Puzzles are great for toddlers for so many reasons. They can problem solve, work on their fine motor skills, and learn about shapes, colors, animals space etc.
"Learning" Toys
I put learning in quotation marks because almost all toys can be learning tools for toddlers, but these particular toys overtly teach counting, number recognition, alphabet recognition, phonics and more. All my kids have particularly loved the leap frog laptop, and the popsicles below help kids make the connection between upper case and lower case.
Building Toys
Start STEM learning early. Let the little ones use their imagination to build with pieces of all different textures, sizes and colors.
Musical Toys
Music is important in healthy brain development. It can help kids with expressing emotions, spark creativity, and increase their self esteem. Watching a proud toddler perform is always a memorable moment for parents too!
Pretend Play
Toddlers love to imitate and do things on their own. Cooking, cleaning...even firefighting!
Character Toys
Outdoor Toys
Get your kids their Vitamin D with these great outdoor pieces.
Ride on Toys
Independence and movement - every toddler needs toys to facilitate their love for both!
BONUS: Potty Training Helpers.
I hope you have a magical season with your little ones!
Dragon Mama