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items Toddler/children recommendations from iPad free alternatives , travel toys, dvd recommendations, and just everyday toys this list is hopefully helpful for you to shop for your little one. See my gift guide list for gift guide ideas as well.
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Kids -DVDs,cds,switch games, ds games, etc
Outdoor play
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iPad free alternatives
I CAN NOT recommend the yoto player enough. We use ours all day every single day. It's year friendly, has so many stories,music cards, lessening cards etc. our son has learned so many things from the cards we have. The myo (make your own) cards are a...
Yoto Player - The Screen-Free Audio Platform for Children
The screen free audio player I CAN NOT recommend enough. (See the big player description for in depth recommendation). The mini size is perfect for car rides, traveling and tiny hands. It's the perfect size to start off with and later upgrade to a bi...
Yoto Mini Player USA – The On The Go Mini Audio Companion For Kids
A portable dvd player is the perfect way for you and your littles to watch movies together without having ads, clicking on things they shouldn't and also being able to travel with it. Plus it's so much fun to collect your favorite DVDs and let your l...
Portable dvd player
Shop our favorite winter/Christmas yoto cards that we love and recommend
Martina Coblentz - Screen free audio player
Screen free gift guide for children
Martinacoblentz on LTK
Who didn't love a good old cd player? The is a great way to play music screen free and also collect cds again.
Boombox| cd player
your tweens/teens are sure to enjoy this mp3 player to listen to their favorite songs without having to use a phone. It gives me all the memories of growing up with an iPod touch
160GB MP3 Player with Bluetooth and WiFi,
MP3/music players for all ages. The perfect way to listen to music without needing a phone.
MP3
The perfect gift for all ages and the perfect addition to the ikea sensory table. A light that sits perfectly into the sensory table.
Light insert for ikea sensory table
We love the toniebox. It's a screen free audio player for little ones. It is geared abit more for younger children.
Toniebox 2 Audio Player Starter Set for Kids 1+ with Playtime Puppy - Moon Gray
Shop all yoto cards + accessories for your yoto players. Our most used screen free item. So many cards to choose from...stories, podcasts, radio, learning, music, etc
Yoto Card Store
This is such a unique and great screen free gift idea. I love that it has songs and stories along with books! It's something your little ones are sure to love and cherish
Bible Stories & Songs Interactive Storyteller
We love our dream machine. It's a little projector that you can project onto the wall and it reads a story of the cartridge you insert. This is a different type of interactive screen free toy
Little Tikes Story Dream Machine Starter Set, Storytime, Books, Little Golden Book, Audio Play, The Poky Little Puppy Character, Nightlight, Toy Gift for Toddlers and Kids Girls Boys Ages 3+
Similar to the little tikes dream machine we have this projector story teller. We don't actually own this one ourselves but have family and friends who do and they love it. Since we have the dream machine we haven't purchased it but it definitely see...
STORYTIME Kids Book Projector – 5 Daniel Tiger & 5 Classic Read-Aloud Stories, 10 Songs & Night Light & Soothing Dream Music | Children Ages 3+ Storytime Projector | Toys, Owl & Daniel Tiger
If your wanting a good sized portable dvd player that doesn't cost $99 this one is for you! I love that it also comes with a remote. I love that mine has a remote
DBPOWER 12" Portable DVD Player with 5-Hour Rechargeable Battery, 10" Swivel Display Screen and SD/USB Port, with 1.8m Car Charger, Power Adaptor and Car Headrest Mount, Region Free (Black)
This is the exact brand portable dvd player we have in the 13inch. We love the 13 inch for two or more people. We want to get this size for our son for a road trip coming up soon.
9 inch portable dvd player
Toys for toddlers
We absolutely love our jelly building blocks. They are like big squishy legos that don't hurt when you step on them and they are filled with different things. They are not only perfect for building but also for sensory. Definitely a must
Jelly building Blox
We absolutely love our bounce house for indoor winter fun. It's a great way to get some energy out of your little ones. We also love making it into a fort. I love that there's a built in pump and deflate pump.
Indoor Winter fun
We absolutely love this set. These blocks give a unique building experience and they are the perfect size. We love creating things in the booklet of ideas that comes along. We also love thinking outside of the box and building new things. Every kids ...
Kids Magnetic Blocks
Beautiful and large pink dollhouse. Such a great gift
Playhouse
Legos are perfect for adults and children. Lightening McQueen is perfect to add to the collection
LEGO s Lightning McQueen Toy - Disney Pixar cars
Littlest pet shop deliver cow plushie. A penguin and panda option as well
Littlest Pet Shop - Deluxe Plush - Cow
Spot it bluey game. Perfect for travel, restaurants, etc. plus it's a cute theme
Spot It! Bluey Card Game
Travel toys
A large list of travel toys for all ages. The perfect way to keep little ones busy while traveling without an iPad
Large list of Travel toys
Reusable book full of games to play on the go. So much fun in one book
On The Go Game On! Reusable Games Wipe-Off Activity Pad Reusable Travel Toy with 2 Dry-Erase Markers
Flip to win travel memory game. Perfect for road trips and flights. Keep your little one and yourself entertained
Flip to Win Travel Memory Game
A must have for travel! Screen free audio player that has content for all ages. From songs, stories, learning you will get hours of entertainment. Take along headphones if you don't want to have it playing out loud.
Kids Screen-Free Bluetooth Audio Player, All-in-1 Travel Device Plays Stories Music Podcast Radio Ok-to-Wake Clock, Use as Speaker or with Headphones
Screen free scavenger hunt for on the road. Perfect an compact for road trips with little owns
Children's Scavenger Hunt
We absolutely love ours. These magnetic pieces are flexible and perfect for your purse. These pieces are sure to keep your littles entertained
Magnetic Toy for Kids - Flexible, Durable
How much fun is this road trip bingo! These are definitely getting ordered for our trip coming up shortly. I'm so excited for them
Car Bingo - Road Trip Essentials: Car Activities and Games for Kids Ages 4-8
Sensory seek and find perfect for travel. This is such a cute items for traveling
Sensory Seek & Find Scavenger Hunt Bear
I loved having one of these growing up! These would be so fun to pull out for the first time on a long road trip.
Jumbo Sized Gears Classic Retro Toy For Spiral Drawing Art Design Toy Kit for Smaller Hands — For Kids Ages 3 and Up
Travel friendly paint with water book. Such a great way to keep little ones entertained on the go. Purchase some refillable water color brushes to make this even more travel friendly
Paint with Water Coloring Books for Kids, Pocket Mess Free Watercolor Painting Kit
The perfect little mini magnetic set for your purse, traveling, restaurants etc. the bunny makes it extra fun
Magna-Tiles 24-Piece Spring Garden Travel Set
Sticker wow book. Perfect for road trips, restaurants, flights etc. this is something a lot of children of all ages are sure to enjoy
Melissa & Doug Sticker Wow!™ Bulldozer Bundle: 24-Page Activity Book, Refillable Sticker Stamper, Mini Pad, 500 Stickers, Arts and Crafts for Kids Ages 3+
How fun is this new SpongeBob Polly pocket set! Boys especially will love this. This would be perfect for a stocking stuffer, traveling etc
Polly Pocket Micro Dolls and Playset, SpongeBob Partnership Compact with Patrick Doll, 7 Accessories
Portable DVDs player for those trips! Bring back those nostalgia memories and watch DVDs while you travel with your little ones. Our son absolutely loves picking out what dvd he's going to watch next. Such a great memory growing up and something your...
DBPOWER 12" Portable DVD Player with 5-Hour Rechargeable Battery, 10" Swivel Display Screen and SD/USB Port, with 1.8m Car Charger, Power Adaptor and Car Headrest Mount, Region Free (Black)
If your little one loves me Rachel and painting this is perfect for travel. It's painting with water and full of ms Rachel!
Ms. Rachel™ Water Wow! Color-Reveal Pad Early Learning Toy
Spot it brings back so many memories and is so fun for little ones. I was so excited to fine this bluey set for a long road trip coming up. If you have a bluey lover these are perfect for on the go or at home
Asmodee Spot It! Bluey Card Game - Fast-Paced Matching Game Featuring Bluey & Friends, Fun for Family, Kids & Adults, Ages 4+, 2-8 Players, 15 Minute Playtime
Kids -DVDs,cds,switch games, ds games, etc
A must have for little ones. A low stimulating show and a classic for decades. We absolutely love winning the Pooh. We love Winnie the Pooh
Winnie the Pooh dvd
We love watching Winnie the Pooh on our dvd player. Such a classic movie and not overstimulating. Definitely a must have for your collection
The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh (25th Anniversary Edition)
A classic movie and perfect for Christmas time. Give your children the magic of older shows.
We love our Winnie the Pooh dvds
Winnie The Pooh: A Very Merry Pooh Year Special Edition)
Classic Winnie the Pooh dvd perfect for Valentine's Day or everyday.
Winnie the Pooh: A Valentine for You Special Edition [DVD]
If your little ones love low stimulating shows they need the Beatrix potter dvd collection in their collection. Our son absolutely loves these DVDs and I love that they are low stimulating and a childhood classic
Beatrix Potter dvd set
One of our all time favorite shows to watch. Little bear is a low stimulating show with some great lessons. It's a childhood classic and becoming harder and harder to find these DVDs at a reasonable price.
Little Bear dvd - Rainy Day Tales
Winnie the Pooh is a classic childhood show and a low stimulating show. It's one of our favorite shows to watch. These movies are getting harder to find at a low cost and it makes me sad.
Winnie The Pooh - Pooh's Heffalump Movie [DVD] [2005]
Winnie the Pooh is a childhood classic and a show we love. It's so calming and cute while being low stimulating show. It's a must have for all homes and getting harder to find the DVDs at a low price
Buena Vista Home Video Winnie The Pooh: UN-Valentine's Day/Winn
A cute Winnie the Pooh learning dvd.
Buena Vista Home Video Winnie The Pooh: Abc's
A classic childhood show and one of our favorites. I love that it's low stimulating, cute and that I enjoy watching Winnie the Pooh with our toddler as well.
Pooh's Grand Adventure - The Search for Christopher Robin
A childhood classic show that's cute and low stimulating. Little bear is one of our favorite shows. This specific dvd is great if everyday but extra great when your little one is feeling sick and down.
Little Bear dvd - Feel Better Little Bear
Little bear is a childhood classic and comfort show all while being low stimulating. It's one of our favorite shows to watch. These DVDs are getting harder and harder to purchase at a resonance price
Little Bear - Little Bear's Band
Every child seems to love bluey. These dvs are a must have In your little ones collection and they are enjoyable to watch as an adult as well. We will be collecting every season they ever come out with
Bluey: Seasons 1-3 (DVD)
A childhood show that kids love. This is another great collection to have for your little ones dvd collection
Berenstain Bears: The Complete Collection
Clifford is another childhood classic and low stimulating. Our son has recently become obsessed with Clifford dvds and it makes my heart happy. This is a show I like to watch with him as well
Clifford's Puppy Days - New Friends/Little Puppy, Big Adventures
A childhood classic show and a recent new favorite of our son. Clifford is a low stimulating show that's fun for all ages to sit and watch
Clifford the Big Red Dog: Dog Days of Summer
Another childhood classic and low stimulating show. Our son likes curious George through spurts. But I still like to buy them when I see them to add to our collection
Curious George 30-Story Collection [DVD]
Childhood classic show. Our son has recently discovered Charlie Brown and friends. He's been gigggling at them constantly while watching them. I'll be adding more to our coll as we find them
Peanuts: 4-Movie Collection (DVD)
Outdoor play
A must have for the little ones in your life. A trampoline is a great way to get all the energy out of your little ones while being outside.
MERACH 16FT Pumpkin Outdoor Trampoline with Safety Enclosure Net & Ladder, Extra Large Backyard Trampoline for Kids & Adults
One of our best purchases we ever made. A rechargeable battery powered ride on jeep. It comes with a remote for parents to control as well. We've had this since our son was 1 yrs old and he's been using it ever since. It's our most used outdoor toy i...
Jumbo 12V Kids Electric Vehicle Toy Ride On Car with Parent Remote Control for Toddlers, Seat Harness, 65 lb Weight Capacity, Spring Suspension, 3.7 MPH Max Speed - Black
One of our purchases we do not regret. This scooter gets driven daily and goes on vacation on us as well. When we go on walks our son will scooter with us.
Self Balancing Kick Scooter with Light Up Wheels, Extra Wide Deck, 3 Wheel Platform, Foot Activated Brake, 75 lbs Limit, Kids & Toddlers Girls or Boys, for Ages 3 and Up
Activities/craft items
free magazines are a great way for your little one to learn about things and to look forward to checking the mail box. Honest history is a free magazine for your little one.
Subscribe Free Trial
Free Lego magazines. Our son loves when the Lego magazine arrives in the mail. We love subscribing to all the free magazines to keep getting the mail fun for our son and he loves looking at them.
Free LEGO® magazines for Kids
Another free magazine for your little ones. Such a great way for them to learn things and it makes it find for them to check the mailbox for new magazines.
Free Kids Magazine About Animals
Netflix family is another free magazine you can get in the mail for your little ones. I'll always recommend signing up for any free magazine that your little ones might like
Netflix Family free magazine
Spark is not a free magazine subscription but they have cute magazines and so many people rave about them. We want to subscribe to these since we have now moved.
Spark