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Minimalist Toy Must-Haves: The Favorites My Kids Play With Daily
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items I try to keep things simple around here and keep a minimal amount of toys. My kids play so much better when there isn't an overwhelming selection. These are the ones they keep coming back for and playing with over and over on an almost daily basis. I...
Our kids use Magnetic tiles for so many things! So many options!
PLAYVIBE Magnetic Tiles 60 Pcs - 3D Magnet Toys for Kids 3+ - STEM Building Blocks - Toddler Learning Essential for Home & Classroom, Boys & Girls - Sensory Toys - Magnetic Blocks
These large "Lego" type blocks become so many things in my children's hands! From trucks, to hockey sticks, and beyond!
PREXTEX 150-Piece Building Blocks Set for Kids
I would definitely keep these regular sized legos for older kids so they can take responsibility for cleaning them up. But they are a great way to take their building to the next level!
LEGO Classic Large Creative Brick Box 10698
Colored pencils are my go-to art supplies. They are the easiest thing to clean up if colored on walls or floors (compared to paint or crayons!).
THE TWIDDLERS 10 Pack of 12 Colored Pencils Bulk, 120 Count, Pre-sharpened Mini Coloring Pencils for Kids, Back to School Supplies for Teachers, Classroom Prizes, Party Bag Fillers
Our boys love playing with large fire trucks like this! I keep them outside because I don't like larger toys in the house. It helps get them outside more when they have fun toys like this!
JOYIN XL Fire Truck Toy w/ 33-inch Ladder & Lights
Balance Bikes are the absolute best! Our kids loved having these as young as 18 months old. It really prepares them to transition to a pedal bike when they are older. Plus its a great way for them to burn some energy!
Bixe Balance Bike: for Big Kids Aged 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 Years Old - No Pedal Sport Training Bicycle | 16inch Wheel
Transitioning them to a bigger bike when they are ready for it, makes them feel like they are really growing up! Our kids spend hours on their bikes!
bicystar Girls 16in Bike w/ Training Wheels
Matchbox cars get played with every single day in our house! They are a staple in our household!
Hot Wheels 10-Pack 1:64 Scale Cars & Trucks
A toy mat like this makes the matchbox cars that much more fun! Plus, you can roll it up and put it away when not in use!
14-Piece Toy Car Playset with Mat & 3D Puzzles
In the end, though, I'm a huge proponent of keeping toys to a minimum. Our kids play so much better when they have less toys around! I love watching Dawn (The Minimal Mom) and all the advice for decluttering toys (and the whole house too!).
How Toys Ruin our Relationship with our Kids