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Favourite toys for kids 5, and under
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items These are toys my 2 kids, 5 and under really enjoy. They've held up over time, and allowed for hours of fun and creative play.
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Favourite toys for 5, and under
Favourite toys for 5, and under
Items my 5, and under kids really enjoy
This is a wonderful set with everything they need for hours of fun. We've also bought the 2-pack, and given them separately for birthday parties attended; for the price, it's a wonderful gift everyone enjoys.
Melissa & Doug Clay Play Activity Set - With Sculpting Tools and 8 Tubs of Modeling Dough | Arts And Crafts For Kids, Modeling Clay Kits For Kids Ages 3+
We have the older version of this, and it's the best toy I've ever bought. Our set has been in daily use for over 4 years, and is holding up strong. It's still a favourite, of both the baby, and my 5y/o. The knives aren't sharp, and pieces aren't sma...
JOYIN 68Pcs Cutting Play Food Toy for Toddlers
This is great during quiet time. As a bonus, pieces are easy to wipe. Hours of creative fun
KIDCHEER Toddler Toys for Boys & Girls Educational
We pull these out for car rides, when going out to eat, and at home. There are so many different themes to choose from, and can be enjoyed over, and over again.
Melissa & Doug On the Go Water Wow! Vehicles (Reusable Water-Reveal Activity Pad, Chunky-Size Water Pen) 895 ml (Pack of 1)
I was skeptical about reusable stickers, but they really do work! Another great car, diaper bag, or quiet time item.
Melissa & Doug Puffy Sticker Activity Books Set - Farm, Safari, and Chipmunk | Reusable Stickers, Restickable Puffy Sticker Books For Kids Ages 4+
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A great game for the family to play together. Relatively simple, fun graphics, and short enough to keep their attention.
Candy Land Board game
This is used daily, and has been for a long time. We can build a variety of structures, and the littlest one enjoys "smashing" them. We take these when we go places with other kids, as they're great for such a variety of ages and stages. Amazing qual...
Magformers Magnetic Toys – Magformers US
Lots of fun for kids and adult alike! We don't use this when baby is awake, because of the marbles being a choking hazard. So many different options for setups.
Marble Runs
This has held up remarkably well for over 4 years. A great option for hours of imaginative play, and delicious meals (works well with the Velcro play food my kids like).
DUKTIG play kitchen, birch, 72x40x109 cm (283/8x153/4x427/8 - IKEA
These have been instrumental in the creation of many a play meal, and snack. They get used outside, with the ikea play kitchen, on their own, and for other types of play. Super versatile, Well-made, and really cute.
DUKTIG 5-piece toy cookware set, stainless steel color - IKEA CA
Mister potato head is a classic my kids enjoy. Lots of laughs and giggles can be heard when our set gets pulled out.
Mr Potato Head, Figures Canada
This type of toy is great for cause and effect, and has provided hours of fun. From a young age, they enjoy watching the car go down, and it's still enjoyed many years later.
TOP BRIGHT Car Race Toy for Toddlers, Race Track
This really is leak-proof, even when upside down. The wand also helps create great bubbles. I can't use any other bubble container or wand, as this one is so much better.
Fubbles Bubbles No Spill Bubble Tumbler for Kids ... - Canadian Tire
My kids always want to help out with what I'm doing; this allows them to do so with items better sized for them.
Dust! Sweep! Mop! Cleaning Play Set - Melissa & Doug
I was given a few from a friend, to try out with the kids, and within a week bought a set of our own. Great in the bath, as they don't have holes to collect water and end up moldy, on the high chair tray, on the go, and at home. Super fun for all age...
pipSquigz - Best Baby Toys & Gifts for Ages 1 to 2 - Fat Brain Toys
I have this in my purse at all times. Both my younger kids enjoy using it, and I've used it myself, a number of times. Makes a satisfying sound, but isn't loud or bothersome to others.
Simple Dimple - Best Office & Desk Toys for Ages 3 to 12
My babies have liked this, from an early age, and it's always in the diaper bag, ready to be pulled out. Fun even for adults. Everyone that sees it, wants to try it. Easy for small hands to make it "pop".
Dimpl - Best Baby Toys & Gifts for Babies - Fat Brain Toys
I got a similar set for the kids, and they love them. I do wish I'd gotten a set with uneven sizes and heights, like this one, as I think that would add an extra challenge, and fun. Great for "floor is lava", working on proprioception, a fun party or...
Stepping Stones for Kids 12pcs Balance Blocks Set
I like that there are no small pieces, they make different sized sets, including a smaller travel set that looks great for the diaper bag, meals out, etc., and there are larger sets for classrooms, daycares, etc.
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