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Toddler Toys: for Fun and Development

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Toys my daughter has that have helped with her development and interests so much. Also some just plain fun stuff.
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Montessori Toys

 
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About Montessori education.
Benefits of Montessori Education
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Lovevery toys have been awesome for my daughter! I wish this new kitchen was available when I bought a little kitchen for her!
The Real Life Play Kitchen
 
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Surprisingly great deal on this wood Montessori toy!
Clearance Under 10$! Montessori Toy Building Blocks Wooden Music Tree, Ball Falling Ramp, Music Tree, Suitable For Baby Learning Development Educational Activity Toys Bir
 
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2 in 1 toy!
Montessori Wooden Beads Sequencing Toy Set
 
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My daughter has loved this toy from about 12 months to three years. It’s provided so much fun and entertainment for her.
LBAIBB Spinning Stacking Toys - Rainbow Design

Play Makeup

 
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This is the only EWG verified play makeup kit on the market meaning the ingredients have been verified safe for kids.
Berry Bliss Play Makeup Kit

Princess Toys

My daughter is in a huge princess phase right now and wants everything princess.
 
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I’ve wrestled with getting makeup/beauty toys for my daughter. This seemed like a great compromise as it’s supposedly non-toxic. It’s a bonus that it’s princess themed for my daughter.
Disney Princess Castlebox Nail Polish Set

STEM Toys

 
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Such a great way to teach kids about food waste and regrowing from scrap food.
Kitchen Scrap Planter
 
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Such a fun way to learn about plant parts.
CENOVE DIY Building Blocks for Toddlers
 
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My daughter just LOVES magnetic tiles.
40PCS Magnetic Tiles Kids STEM Building Toys
 
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For over a year my three year old has wanted to be a dentist. So this was an obvious choice for Christmas for her last year. She's has enjoyed playing with it all year. It's been one of her favorite toys.
Melissa & Doug Super Smile Dentist Kit
 
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This has been a favorite toy for my daughter. It has helped her be less apprehensive about doctor visits.
Melissa & Doug Get Well Doctor's Kit Set
 
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Upgrading my daughter for Christmas to this real telescope instead of paper towels rolls. This is sure to be a hit with her.
ToyerBee Kids Telescope with Compass & Eyepieces

Toys For Creating and Art

 
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Info on the importance of arts for childhood development.
The Importance of Arts and Crafts for Early Childhood Development
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Info on how arts and crafts can support child development.
How Do Arts and Crafts Help Child Development? - Children's Medical Group
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My daughter is obsessed with sculpting and ceramics on YouTube so got this for her for Christmas.
Innofans Pottery Wheel for Kids - Complete Kit
 
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This has helped reduce cleanup time after art time. Highly recommend for painting.
Queceuy 20"x16" Silicone Painting Mat - Pink

Toys for Bilateral Coordination & Fine Motor Skills

Toys like this were recommended to us by our daughter’s PT after she had a stroke.
 
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Info on the importance of bilateral coordination.
What is bilateral coordination and why is it important? - Child's Play Therapy Center
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Helpful for fine motor skills.
Learning Resources Helping Hands Tool Set
 
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Helpful for bilateral coordination.
Unicorn Alphabet Matching Toy for Toddlers
 
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Montessori toy for fine motor skills.
Montessori Wooden Lacing Beads for Toddlers
 
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Bilateral coordination toy
MagMen Magnetic Travel Fidget Toys 10 Opaque
 
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These were a recommendation from my OT friend who specializes in baby/toddler age range. My daughter loves these and they make such fun sounds too!
BUNMO Pop Tubes - Sensory Toys 4 Pack