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Toddler Activity Starter Kit
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Danielle Giannino
The supplies I reach for over and over as a working toddler mom. Nothing fancy, nothing expensive—just simple items that help turn “I’m bored!” into independent play, outdoor fun, and easy screen-free activities.
 
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Perfect for fine motor skills and low-prep activities. Stick them on paper, windows, cups, or homemade worksheets and toddlers are entertained longer than you’d expect.
Dot Stickers - Amazon.com
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The MVP of toddler activities. We use it for race tracks, obstacle courses, color matching games, and “sticky wall” activities. Cheap, versatile, and always buys me a few extra minutes.
Painters Tape - Amazon.com
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Great for sorting, counting, scooping, and sensory play. I love pulling these out when I need a quick activity that doesn’t require a lot of setup.
Pom Pom Balls - Amazon.com
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Don’t underestimate a stack of cups. We use them for towers, color sorting, pouring activities, and all kinds of pretend play.
Dealusy 100 Pack 16oz Clear Plastic Cups w/Lids & Straws
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A busy bag essential. I always keep crayons handy for restaurants, waiting rooms, road trips, and rainy afternoons at home.
Jumbo Crayons - Amazon.com
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Simple but useful. Perfect for sticker scenes, collages, tracing, coloring, and all the random toddler masterpieces that end up on the fridge.
Construction Paper - Amazon.com
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One of my favorite low-cost activity supplies. Toddlers can bend them into shapes, thread them through colanders, and use them for simple crafts.
Caydo 200 PCS Thick Multi-Color Pipe Cleaners
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Instant entertainment. Balloon volleyball, keep-it-up games, and simple movement activities are always a hit when we need to burn off energy indoors.
12Pcs Reusable Water Balloons for Boys
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If I need a guaranteed win, this is it. Toddlers never seem to get tired of chasing, popping, and running after bubbles.
Bubble Machine - Amazon.com
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One of the easiest ways to get outside. We use it for drawing, obstacle courses, scavenger hunts, and simple learning games on the driveway.
Sidewalk Chalk - Suchergebnis Auf Amazon.de Für
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