After two babies, these are the things that really delivered. Some made life easier, others saved my sanity—but all of them earned their spot on this list.
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Games to play at home
Recommendations for beneficial small toys
Games to play at home
The Kikidex Magnetic Drawing Board is a fantastic toy for toddlers. It’s bright, sturdy, and keeps my little one happily engaged for long periods. The design is perfect for small hands, making it easy to draw and erase. It’s also great for developing...
Solution for Kids Who Scribble on Walls
I bought this for a plane trip when my son was about a year old and it's still a hit 9 months later. In fact, we got to my parents' house and Grandma and Grandpa both had to take a turn flipping all the switches. I expect he'll continue to sit and pl...
Montessori toys that boys love
My daughter loves to help in the kitchen and this is a must for kids. It’s safe for them to use and everything cuts but it won’t cut the kids. We love this
cooking toys for girls
It’s a great kit for a 3 year old. Everything moves and works easily and is very realistic so my daughter can play for a very long time and feel like a grown up
KidBloom Toddler Tool Set with Drill & Vest
We’ve had this book for a while now, and it’s a staple in our house. It’s incredibly durable and has held up well to daily use. My child loves touching the pictures to hear the animal sounds. I really appreciate that it’s bilingual (English/Spanish),...
LeapFrog Learning Friends 100 Words Book
These educational posters were the perfect addition to my son’s room! I put them around his toy storage organizer to create a fun little learning space, and he’s constantly pointing at the colors, numbers, and animals while he plays. The quality is g...
Educational Posters
One of my favorite writing tools for my kiddos. My 3 year old and my 6 year old both use it. Zero clean up so that's a wonderful plus! easy to store and the books are excellent quality. I love the color and my kids naturally know how to use it, leavi...
Kids just love the fun
Good range of colors and brought a smile to my little ones face. Good amount for the price. Nice quality of playdoh and they play with it a lot. Smaller tubs so easy to take with you so they play with it more often.
Play Doh Modeling Compound 10-Pack Assorted Colors, Non-Toxic 2 oz Cans
This kit is kid friendly and keeps my toddler and 6 year old busy. There is no odor and it cleans right up. Colors are incredibly bright and the consistency of the paint is thick. I would recommend this product.
ABEIER Washable Finger Paint for Toddlers
So fun! Keeps my toddler entertained for long car rides, airplane trips & sitting through church. He can take the stickers off all on their own and they are easy to apply & reapply to the pages & holding page. The pages are bending easily...
Reusable Sticker Books for Toddlers 1-3
This toddler balance bike is adorable and well made. It's lightweight, easy for little ones to ride, and the light-up wheels make it even more exciting. The adjustable seat helps it grow with your child, and the sturdy design gives parents peace of m...
Colorful Lighting Baby Balance Bike Toy 1Y
Melissa and doug wooden building blocks are such a childhood staple! Great for motorskills and brain development! Very sturdy and last for years! This is my go to gift!
Wooden Building Blocks, 100-Piece
Adorable! My daughter has loved this kit. And it came with so many things! She’s been having a ball with making all sorts of stuff. It’s been so fun!!
Kid Made Modern Arts and Craft Kit – A DIY
It takes practice to learn to cut & control both the scissors and the paper for our young learners. This is a good tool to introduce & practice skills of cutting & pasting.
I really like it because it encourages her creativity and imagination, and keeps her entertained while playing. 🌈😊 Also, it's also a great way to learn, as it includes numbers, the alphabet, animal names, and several extra pieces that make the expe...
Water Doodle Mat Kids Drawing Toy Ages 3-5
The Kikidex Magnetic Drawing Board is a fantastic toy for toddlers. It’s bright, sturdy, and keeps my little one happily engaged for long periods. The design is perfect for small hands,
Magnetic Drawing Board,
Recommendations for beneficial small toys
My Son is 22 months old and these keep him entertained and helps with fine motor skills! We love these and their travel, friendly for the car great stocking stuffers great gifts for the littles.
3PC Fidget Popper Sensory Toys Airplane Travel
Amazing gift idea for little ones that are learning to speak. Super durable it does not break no matter how many times it’s thrown on the ground. Has a lot of words so the children will not be bored so easily.
Montessori Education via Flash Cards
Great little doodle board! It is perfect size for my toddler to draw/write on. It is very simple to use with the button on the top to erase, and there is even a button lock as well if you don’t want to accidentally erase what you wrote. It is mess fr...
8.5 Inch LCD Doodle Board - Green Dinosaur
This has been a great “car ride toy”. Going on a year and it still entertains my little one!
Travel toy's for toddler
Great toy and price! I got this for my toddler (12-18mos) to keep him busy during travel & he loves it. Easily portable and good size for small hands. Been a good add to our “busy bag” during long car rides!
Montessori Busy Cube Travel Toy for Toddlers
This camera offers great options for kids, allowing them to take pictures, record videos, and even create a photo album. There are also some basic games that keep them entertained. It’s especially useful when we’re out and about; it keeps my son busy...
Camera Toy Digital Camera for Kids,
My son is LOVES these cars! He hasn't stopped playing with them! They made a great birthday gift. So fun to play with on different "terrain". They are so cute too! Also teach cause and effect.
Car Toys for Toddlers 1-3, 1 Yr Old Boy Gift
I absolutely love this instant camera! It’s incredibly easy to use, and the design is adorable. The instant print feature makes capturing special moments so much more fun, and the photo quality is great for creating lasting memories.
Kids Instant Print Camera with 5 Rolls Paper
The girls absolutely loved these tablets! They were simple to use and they love drawing on them. And, of course they love the stickers that came with.