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Christmas Gift Guide for Toddlers
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items Gifts for toddlers that are fun, educational and productive.
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Auditory Learning
STEM Toys
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Boys
Girls
Auditory Learning
Auditory Learning toys for toddlers.
We got this before they were mainstream. My son loves it, we have about 5 tonies and he enjoys picking which one to listen to during playtime and nap time.
Toniebox Playtime Puppy Starter Set - Red - tonies®
It's proven that putting things to song helps memorizing facts. It also aids in creativity and stress relief. This basic set if the perfect start to music with your toddlers.
Dcenta 13 PCS Kids Musical Instruments Toys with Carry Bag
Maracas are the easiest way to teach and learn rhythm. They can also be used as an anger management tool for toddlers.
Dcenta 1 Pair Wooden Maracas Sand Hammer Rumba Shakers
This toy is super trending right now so it's perfect for the holidays this year. Comes with over 200 flash cards - give the name and sound it makes
Toddler Toys for 2 3 4 5 Year Old Boys and Girls, 224 Sight Words
A great way to teach/learn how to write and recognize letters. This was one of my absolute favorite toys when I was a kid.
LeapFrog Mr. Pencil's® Scribble, Write & Read™ Alphabet Toy
This is basically a modern form of a CD player for kids. Not actually CDs, uses cards as audiobooks, music and activities.
Yoto Mini Audio Player
STEM Toys
Science, technology, engineering, and mathematics. Toys to facilitate learning for toddlers
These are awesome for the price! My toddler loves them and they spark creativity. These tiles are interchangeable with any others and have add on sets.
Neoformers 96 Pcs Magnetic Tiles 3D Building Blocks Educational Toy
Mini telescope that is perfect for homeschooling or just to learn about outside and planets. It's highly rated and talks to you
Educational Insights GeoSafari Jr. Talking Space Explorer
Create all different types of marble runs in all different shapes and sizes. I already bought this for my toddler for Christmas and I'm so excited for him to get it.
SYNCFUN 196 Pcs STEM Educational Toy, Marble Run
Who didn't have one of these as a kid?! They are just as good and fun as when we had them, just imagine playing with your child and loving them even more.
Lite-Brite Classic Retro Toy - Art with Light, Creativity, STEM, Gift
Did you know Lego is considered a stem toy because it encourages creativity and uses fine motor skills. This is the perfect starter set for your toddler.
LEGO DUPLO Classic Heart Box, First Bricks Building Toy
I put this in here to let you know it's an option but I don't expect you to buy it. Grab some rocks from outside together and paint them with acrylic paints. My toddler loves painting so I'm always looking for save and fun painting activities.
Made by Me Create Your Own Multicolor Rock Art
Generic
Fun toys for girls and boys
Cars is a life style! These are perfect for the cars loving toddler/child in your life. Slightly bigger than hot wheels, and are metal dye cast.
Disney Pixar Cars Speedway of the South Vehicle - 11pk
Mini Lightning McQueen backpack. High quality material and lightweight. Perfect for packing an overnight bag or taking on trips.
Disney Kids' Cars 12" Backpack - Red
I believe that every child needs a ride in vehicle because they are so fun and teach observation skills and responsibility. This one is good because it comes in multiple colors and has a parent remote control
Costway 12V Kids Ride On Truck Car Electric Vehicle Remote w/ Music & Light White
A great toy for the younger toddlers. Helps to learn coordination, counting and matching.
Play Brainy Farm Animal Stacking Toy (12 Pc)
My son got this for Christmas last year and still plays with it! Fisher Price Little People sets are a lifestyle! The camper sings songs and gives directions
Fisher-Price Little People Interactive Playset RV for Toddlers, 8 Pieces
This is the cutest little barn set. It has different learning levels and sings fun songs. Very interactive. Fisher Price Little People are a lifestyle
Fisher-Price Little People Caring for Animals Farm Playset
Montessori wooden animal train set. Fun fact this works on the wooden trains track sets!
Toys for 1 2 3 Year Old Girls Boys, Wooden Farm Animals Train Set
The classic wooden train track set. I firmly believe all kids need this lol. My son uses mine from when I was a kid.
Play22USA Wooden Train Set - 52 PCS, 2 Bonus Trains, Kids Toy ...
Soft and squishy foam pins and balls. Pins are weighted so they stand upright. Great for indoor or outdoor. Play ring toss or normal bowling.
Beefunni Kids Bowling Set Toy, Indoor & Outdoor Activity
Stackable play pretend food. Wooden with safety magnets.
Melissa & Doug Frozen Treats Play
Boys
Generic toys for boys
If you're a boy mom, you know the love of cars runs deep. These sets are perfect stocking stuffers or smaller gifts.
Matchbox Set of 5 Toy Cars, Trucks or Aircraft in 1:64 Scale
Are you a hot wheels or a matchbox family!? This set is perfect for a smaller gift or to split up for stocking stuffers or Advent calendars.
Hot Wheels Set of 8 Basic Toy Cars & Trucks in 1:64 Scale
Miniature over the door basket ball hoop. This will keep your toddler occupied for a while and help with hand eye coordination
JoyStone Kids Basketball Hoop Set, Over The Door Mini
My son has this and is absolutely obsessed, he gets his tools out to "fix" everything.
John Deere 18 Piece Deluxe Tool Box Construction Playset
This is the best potty book by far! Coincidentally it's also one of my sons favorite books. Anatomically correct for boys. This would make a great gift for a toddler who is close to potty training.
Once Upon a Potty: Boy (Hardcover)
Remote control toy bumper cars. These work best on tile or wood floors. Simple to understand for young ones
TERRA by Battat Remote Control Bumper Cars Set - Dinosaur
Girls
Basic and generic toys for girls
The classic Barbie doll! Every girl needs at least one of these..me? I had about 10.
Barbie Fashion Doll with Blonde Hair Dressed
I absolutely loved Polly Pockets when I was a little girl. This is the perfect mini set to start out. Very 2000s nostalgia
Polly Pocket Dolls & Accessories, 2 Dolls with 25 Themed Clothes
The basic baby doll. Has a little car seat carrier that comes with it.
My Sweet Love 13-inch Baby Doll with Carrier and Handle Play Set
As a mom I am obsessed with Melissa and Doug toys. This is a cute wooden coffee set make to look like a Keurig
Melissa & Doug 11-Piece Brew and Serve Wooden Coffee
The our generation dolls are basically like a modern day form of American Girl dolls. There are tons of different ones that will fit your little one
Our Generation Claudia & Cinnamon 18" Matching Doll & Pet Set
This is the best potty training book ever! Anatomically correct for girls. This is a perfect gift for toddlers starting to get ready for the potty.
Once Upon a Potty: Girl (Board Book)