I made a list of some toys we love and use in our home. These are also great for gift ideas as many are budget friendly! My favorite toys are ones that that encourage creative play and last throughout the years!
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Big kids 5-8
Toddler hands
Melissa and Doug toys are a staple if you're not sure what to get for your own child, or for someone elses. They provide fun and educational play time for my kiddos
Melissa & Doug: #1 Preschool Brand For Wooden Toys
Imaginative play is crucial for tiny hands, my kids got this as a birthday present 4 years ago and still play with it today. From tiny tots to almost 10 year old, Melissa & Doug stands the test of time with the durability of their kids toys.
Melissa & Doug Birthday Party Cake Toy
Such fun for an only child to play with their stuffies or parents, or for siblings!
Melissa & Doug Get Well Doctor’s Kit
So soft and so cute for kids to have independent play, telling nighttime stories, or for a puppet show!
Melissa & Doug Safari Buddies Hand Puppets Set
Simple but a cost effective gift for a toddler to help strengthen their fine motor skills and creative playtime!
Melissa & Doug Wooden Magnetic Train Cars - 8 Pc
This has resulted in hours of fun for my girls. They love to follow the patterns and create masterpieces of their own! The durable wooden pieces are great for when it's time to pass this toy down to the next sibling/ friend/ cousin who can enjoy it :...
Pattern Blocks & Boards - 120 Wood Shapes
Gotta love a brand that has it all! These toys are always a crowd pleaser when thinking of gifts for your little ones :)
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Big kids 5-8
A great long lasting gift, my girls got this when they were around 3 or 4 and they still play with it to this day! They are 7 and 8 now 😄 it's so cool to see all the different patterns and shapes they come up with as they get older!
Pattern Blocks & Boards - 120 Wood Shapes
A top favorite, encourages quiet, thoughtful playtime
Seek & Find Sticker Pad - Adventure- Melissa and Doug
These blocks are so much fun and the great thing is you can buy add-on sets for each birthday or Christmas or anytime you want really! The fun never has to end and it encourages so much independent and creative play. Even my 14-year-old still gets Jo...
Magnetic Blocks Translucent Building Toys for Kids
This is another great one that entertains kids of all ages. Younger kids mayneed help buildiing in the beginning, but as time goes in, they get the hang of how to connect each piece to create amazing Marble tracks! #commissionsearned