A simple, curated selection of thoughtful gifts for ages ranging between 1-5 yrs old. Practical picks, creative toys, and quality essentials that spark joy without the overwhelm. Easy to browse, easy to love, just the best ideas for the kids in your ...
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Gross Motor
Outdoor play
Pretend play
Educational
Travel
Non-screen time
Gross Motor
These toys support big body movements like jumping, balancing, crawling, and throwing, all while keeping play fun and engaging.
Great for working on balance and risky play
7in1 Pikler Triangle Toddler Climbing Set
so fun
BEEPRINCESS Foam Ball Pit - Soft Play for Baby Infants and Toddlers Ages 1-3, Round Shape, No Balls Included, Gray - Walmart.com
Lots of possibilities
AILEEKISS 9 Pcs Kids Sofa Couch Playset, Indoor Baby Play Couch Furniture for Toddler, Grey
Outdoor play
A roundup of our favorite outdoor toys that encourage fresh air, creativity, and active play.
Hours of fun
Splash Pond Toddler Water Table, Outdoor Kids Water Sensory Table, 8Pcs Water Toy Accessories
Great for open-ended play
Disney Mickey Mouse Plastic Indoor,Outdoor Playhouse with Easy Assembly
This is perfect to grow with
JMMD Toddler Bike with Push Handle for 18-60 Months Kid, 6-in-1 Foldable Balance Bike with Training Wheels, Pedals, Kids Tricycle for Boy & Girl, Mint - Walmart.com
Lots of sensory play options
Water Picnic Table w/ Umbrella, 2 Play Boxes
Great for a walk
Step2 Red Push-Around Buggy GT Push Car and Toddler Toy for Kids - Walmart.com
Pretend play
A collection of our favorite pretend-play toys that spark imagination and invite endless storytelling.
These toys encourage children to explore different roles, express their creativity, and make sense of the world around them through play.
Great for open-ended play
Melissa & Doug Wooden Chef’s Pretend Play Toy Kitchen With “Ice” Cube Dispenser – Cloud White - FSC Certified - Walmart.com
Imaginative play
Little People Fisher Farm
imaginative play
Little People Bus
Great for language development
INTMEDIC Pretend Play Preschool Learning Toy Cash Register for Kids 3-8 Years Old with with Sound, Microphone, Scanner, Pretend Credit Card, Play Money for Boys & Girls,45 Pieces - Walmart.com
Lots of building options
M-Inecraft Magnetic Blocks Set 200PCS Educational Construction Cube Stacking Children's Puzzle Building Toys Boys And Girls Christmas Birthday Gifts
lots of building possibilities
Magnetic Tiles 102pcs Building Blocks Stem Toys for 3+ Year Old Boys and Girls GRM Toys Toddler Kids Gifts Parents Approved Sensory Toys
Educational
A thoughtful selection of educational toys that make learning feel fun, natural, and hands-on.
These toys help kids build essential skills, like problem-solving, early literacy, numeracy, fine motor development, and STEM thinking through playful expl...
Shape recognition
Melissa & Doug Jumbo Knob Puzzle - Shapes
Matching
Egg Matching Toy
sorting and language
Learning Resources Farmer's Market Color Sorting Set
Language development
MAGOTAN Talking Flash Cards Learning Toys for 1-6 Years Old Boys Girls, Educational Toddlers Toys for Kids,Speech Therapy Toys Autism Toys Christmas Birthday Gifts for Toddler Boys Girls (Blue)
Language development
Leapfrog Learning Friends 100 Words Bilingual Electronic Book for Toddlers, Teaches Words, Spanish
Stem
Take Apart Dinosaur Toys for Kids with Storage Box Electric Drill, DIY Construction Build Set Educational STEM Gifts for Boys Girls
Travel
These picks are compact, mess-free, and easy to pack perfect for road trips, flights, long waits, or restaurant tables. Each toy encourages quiet play, creativity, and focus without taking up much space.
Great non-screen time on the go
Yoto
Mess free
Water Wow
Non-screen time
These toys keep kids engaged without electronics inviting them to build, imagine, explore, and problem-solve in meaningful ways.
So many characters to choose from
tonies® - Audio Player for Kids | Fun Screen Free Toys
