This is a comprehensive list of Montessori and Waldorf inspired gift ideas for all ages from babies to young elementary school aged kids. These are toys and activities designed for open-ended, creative, screen-free play. These gifts are the perfect t...
I love that these can actually be functional! My kiddo loves sweeping with me. Encourage good habits with this Montessori-inspired set!
Cleaning Set Role Play - Gigglescape™
A great fine motor skills activity!
Silicone Lace the Apple - Gigglescape™: Age 3+
A slightly more advanced lacing activity to encourage fine motor skill development
Melissa & Doug Alphabet Wooden Lacing Cards With Double-Sided Panels and Matching Laces: Educational Fine Motor Skills Toy
I love pattern activities! This one is great for pre-k kids.
Melissa & Doug Bead Sequencing Set With 46 Wooden Beads and 5 Double-Sided Pattern Boards
Play silks are iconic within the Waldorf community!
Rainbow Streamer
I love a balance board. They can be used in pretend play for all sorts of things too.
Wooden Waldorf Rocker Board (Multiple Styles)
Wooden critters are perfect for open-ended play
Wooden Forest Sensory Bin Accessories
This is the best way to introduce kids to music early.
The Music Set
Blocks are the best open-ended toy ever! This set has some unique pieces that make it a perfect gift.
The Block Set
This is a perfect gift for someone who is starting to explore introducing Montessori concepts into their life.
Montessori Wooden Trays & Felt Baskets
My daughter had one of these as a baby, and it was always a favorite because of the different colors and textures. The shape also makes it really easy for tiny baby hands to grab!
Rainbow Fabric Baby Ball
This stacker is perfect for a Springtime toy rotation!
Flower Garden Wooden Sorting and Stacking Game
Dress-up is so important for pretend play! Love that this is reversible.
2-in-1 Reversible Dress Up Capes
Montessori on the go!
Throw & Go Magnetic Wooden Travel Blocks
Portable fairy house?? Love this!!
Magical Fairy House Portable Play Case
Such a cute mushroom themed pop-up toy!
Toddler Pop & Play Jumpin’ Mushroom Garden
Wood is a great alternative to plastic for baby toys because they put everything in their mouth.
Lovevery Montessori Rolling Rattle
Adorable wooden stacker!
HABA Forest Friends Wooden Stacking Toy – Montessori Sorting Game & Shape Sorter for Toddlers – Educational Wooden Blocks for Preschool Learning
Sometimes classics are a classic for a reason. A shape sorter is an oldie but a goodie!
Melissa & Doug Shape Sorting Cube - Classic Wooden Toy With 12 Shapes: Fine Motor Skills Educational Toddlers Toy
This is a great first introduction to puzzles.
Lovevery Things I See Puzzle - 4pc
This gift set would be perfect for a baby shower gift. It features lots of high contrast toys and activities that are perfect for newborns.
Lovevery Play Kit Baby Learning Toy
My daughter has played with peg people since she was two, and she’s now five! This one has color sorting too.
Lovevery Post & Play Peg People Baby Toy - 7ct
Another great baby shower or first birthday gift for baby. These board books are high-quality and educational.
Lovevery Book Bundle Board Books for Baby - 3pc
This would be an awesome Christmas gift!
Learning Advantage Woodland Trail Treehouse & Woodland Trail Accessory Set
