These are just a few of the toys that I have found to be a winner with my 18 month old. They entertain him, and teach him valuable skills for life.
My son loves bubbles and loves pushing things around. This is the best of both worlds
Lydaz Bubble Lawn Mower for Toddlers 1-3
The big button means my son can turn it on on his own once I put the bubble solution in. This thing generates A LOT of bubbles! They also last a long time!
Light Up! Amazing Bubbles Machine - BIG W
My son practically lives on his trike. Not only does he ride around, but he sits on it to eat and watch TV too!
Kids Trikes | BIG W
It plays a wide variety of sounds so it doesn't get too annoying. You can push the train on its own like a walker, or use the carriage to sit on and push yourself along. The blocks fit into the train and say the name of the letter and come shooting o...
Sit-to-Stand Ultimate Alphabet Train™ | VTech®
My son uses the step and ramp to create his own little slide. They are great for encouraging movement and body awareness.
Shop Soft Play - Kmart
The sit down style of this rocking horse with a safety strap and back rest meant my son could use this from a much younger age. Even now he can still sit on it and loves rocking as hard as he can. Or me rocking him like a bucking bronco!
Rocking Horses - Target
This is half the price of the Big W bubble mixture for the same amount!
2L Bubble Premium Bubble Solution - Kmart
It doesn't need to be the Thomas brand, but that it is what I have. I feel that trains are a better tool than trucks/cars as he practices moving the trains along the tracks, and plays with the switches to change the tracks and can see the effect of t...
Thomas & Friends Toys
They are cheap, lightweight and plentiful. We throw them down the stairs, put them into different containers and back again, throw them, roll them, they are endlessly entertaining
Amazon Best Sellers: Best Kids' Ball Pits
This is great for waterplay and hand-eye coordination.
Sumind 6 Pcs Magnetic Fishing Pole Set
I leave a pile of these in easy access so my son can play with books any time he wants. The board books are hardy and often have sensory elements to them