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Gift Guide ages 2-4 (from a frugal mom of 3)
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items This is a wider age range so keep that in mind when scrolling! My youngest is 3yo so I’m thinking of things he’s loved recently, loves currently, or could be into soon. ✅
Keeping in mind what my older kids were into around this age as well 🥰
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Stocking stuffers (under $15)
$15-$40
BIG gifts ($40+)
Stocking stuffers (under $15)
Ok I really love new bath toys or bath stuff as stocking stuffers. Or fun character toothbrushes?? Yes I’m that mom
Munchkin Fishin' Bath Toy
A great stocking stuffer at a true stocking stuffer price ✅ I usually get 4 colors at a time and let them go crazy 🤪
Crayola Bathtub Fingerpaint, Blue, 3oz
My kids go crazy for these - and there’s 60!! They like to put in 2-3 at a time
Crayola Bath Dropz Color, 60 Tablets, 3.59 OZ
If your little is obsessed with your cup - get them their own! 🤪😆 I haven’t used these so idk how leakproof or not they are but I can attest that they are ADORABLE - I stop and look at them every time I pass them 😆😍
YAYA My First Travel Tumbler for Toddlers 3+ with Reusable Straw and Spill-Safe Lid, 12oz, Mistletoe - Walmart.com
Around age 3 is when I’ve let my kiddos play with kinetic sand. I would recommend getting a kit or two with accessories and then just refilling the sand over time.
Kinetic Sand, Dig & Demolish Sensory Sand Playset, for Ages 3 and up
If you already have an 18inch doll or are getting one, accessories make a great add on or stocking stuffer
Our Generation All Aflutter Butterfly Outfit for 18" Dolls
Another 18in doll accessory, at a lower price point. I have this sitting in my closet for my 6yo. Idk that I would recommend these small accessories for a 2yo, but great for ages 4+
My Life As Puppy Carrier Playset
To go along with their Little People x Barbie dollhouse?? 👀 (linked below)
This rec is three-fold:
-The price point is fantastic
-babies love things that roll
-little people are the perfect size for little hands.
10/10
Fisher-Price Little People Barbie Convertible Vehicle
I very excitedly ordered this on Amazon one night - this is what Santa is bringing my 3yo!!!
Monster Jam Mini Jam Megalodon Mad Hog Toy
Great stocking stuffer for around $6! 🤯
Hot Wheels Cars, 5-Pack of Die-Cast Toy Cars or Trucks in 1:64 Scale (Styles May Vary)
Perfect little size for a church bag, airplane, etc. I love that it doesn’t have tiny accessories which is a huge pro for some moms.
Disney's Frozen Classic Elsa Fashion Doll with Beautiful Outfit and Comb
$15-$40
I love that these can be used so many more ways than some types of tracks. We love open ended toys!
Flexible 15 Ft Race Car Track Set w/ Suction Cups
This is a WORKING faucet!! If your littles are anything like mine, this will be a HUGE hit ✅
Battat Splash & Sparkle Sink Plastic Real Faucet and Magic Dishes, Toddler and Preschool Toys
I love:
-little people crossovers
-SMALL dollhouses!
-two skin tones 🤩
Fisher-Price Little People Barbie Beach House
I can (and will) go on and on about how much I love Green Toys. Look them up! If you have littles, start buying them when you come across it 🥰
Made in America, from recycled plastic, dishwasher safe ✅🤩
Green Toys Farm Playset - 13 Pc Pretend Play
Around age 3 or 4 is when I would get an “18inch doll”. You don’t need to get an AG doll if it’s not in your budget! Target and Walmart both have dolls and a tonnn of accessories- that all work with each other AND with AG dolls 👀😅
Our Generation Coco Posable 18" Baking Doll & Storybook
We bought two sets of these last Christmas and I highly recommend them! They are very sturdy, and I love how they stack up and take up very little room.
Battat Rainbow Ridge Balance Beams Active Playset with 10 Plastic Pcs, Toddler and Preschool Toys
It comes with its own container and it’s wood. Sooooo get this for your play kitchen food and you’re basically done
Fisher-Price Wooden Picnic Basket and Food Pretend Play Set for Preschool Kids, 31 Pieces
GREAT starter set for Duplo. IMO this isn’t nearly enough Duplo for a household, but it’s something you build up over time as you find sets you love or great deals 🥰
My 6yo and 8.5yo play with duplos just as much as they play with legos still
LEGO DUPLO Classic Brick Box Building Set with Storage 10913, Toy Car, Number Bricks and More, Learning Toys for Toddlers, Boys & Girls 18 Months Old
Magnet tiles are always gonna be a yes from me. They’re right up there with legos - these will never go out of style. Get one set to start and when they’re older you probably will want to add an other. I LOVE seeing what my kids come up with on their...
PicassoTiles 100pcs Clear Magnetic 3D Blocks
You can go the stocking stuffer route with just the little 5pack of hot wheels, or maybe Santa is bringing a whole set?? I love these big sets - the price is great and they go on sale sometimes ✅
Hot Wheels Set of 20 Toy Sports & Race Cars in 1:64 Scale, Collectible Vehicles (Styles May Vary)
We have a rug about this size and it lives under my 3yo’s bed. We unroll it when he wants to play with it and roll it back up when we’re done. He LOVES it
Booooom Jackson Kids Car Rug 60x32 TrainTrack
BIG gifts ($40+)
This thing is AMAZING. PLUS, no batteries??? 🤩
STEM Race Track Car Playset for 3-5 Boys
KidKraft makes super cute kitchens, and this one is on sale currently! My recommendation for play food and utensils is wood or STURDY plastic like from Green Toys
KidKraft Vintage Wooden Play Kitchen with Working Knobs, Pink
Ok I’m obsessed with this one 🤩 and I’ve been REALLY impressed with the brand Battat lately!!!
Battat Two n' One Wooden Kitchen Café with Dishes and Chalkboard, Toddler and Preschool Toys
Sam’s version of a nugget. My kids play with this EVERY DAY. EVERY DAY. We want to get a second one eventually.
Member's Mark Kids' Explorer Sofa, Assorted Colors
I’m obsessed with this. Do you know how excited a 4yo would be to find this o Christmas??
Fisher-Price Little People Hot Wheels Spiral Stunt Speedway Toddler Race Track Playset 2 Toy Cars