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Kid Tested, Kid Approved Toys
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items We're passionate about finding toys that spark creativity, build skills and bring joy to children of all ages. All of the toys recommended below are ones our children either used when they were younger or still currently play with. Only the tried and...
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Outdoor
This Handmade Wooden Bow and Arrow Set has turned our backyard into an archery arena (with snack breaks, of course). It’s the kind of toy that sparks imagination, burns and energy. Fun. Safe. Classic. Highly recommended by our kids.
Handmade Wooden Bow & Arrow Set - 20 Arrows, 2 Quivers
This set has seen it all at our house: ✔️ Home runs over the fence ✔️ Bats used as lightsabers ✔️ Balls launched occasionally into a sibling’s snack Perfect for teaching the basics (or at least how to stand sort of near the tee) and getting everyone ...
Little Tikes T-Ball Set, Red, 5 Balls
We got this pool for our kids this year, and they’ve spent over 85% of their summer splashing, swimming, and soaking up the fun! It’s big enough for serious play but easy enough to set up in a day—and it’s become the official hangout spot of the neig...
INTEX 16ft Prism Frame Pool Set w/ Pump
Still a hit 8 years later! We bought this water table when our oldest was a toddler, and now at 6, 8, and 10, all three of our kids still love using it! It’s held up incredibly well after years of splashing, scooping and summer fun. Definitely one of...
Step2 Rain Showers Splash Pond Toddler Water Table
This little machine kicks out so many bubbles! The kids enjoy running through them and creating games for popping them.
Gazillion Ultimate Bubble Craze Machine w/ LED & 1L Solution
If your kids are obsessed with LEGO like ours, these giant blocks are a dream come true! They’ve taken their creativity outside—building forts, obstacle courses, towers taller than themselves, and even backyard castles. Durable, colorful, and so much...
BiggoBlocks Large Building Blocks 48 pc
Our kids love to play games and connect 4 is s favorite! This jumbo sized version is a fun way to bring the game play outside. They love having little tournaments to crown the champion for the day.
Jumbo 4 in a Row Game, Adjustable Height 2.5-3.5FT
Indoor
These capes have sparked so many giggles and imaginative adventures in our house. They’re double-sided, durable and just the right size for epic dress-up sessions with siblings, cousins and yes, even parents - because apparently, every superhero team...
Double Side Superhero Capes & Masks Set
his set keeps all three of our kids busy for hours. They love building wild, twisty, sometimes gravity-defying tracks and then watching the glowing marbles zoom through like a science fair roller coaster. It’s the perfect mix of STEM learning, hands-...
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Glowing Marble Run Set
We got this child-sized folding table and chairs set about 9 years ago, and it's been a staple in our house ever since. It’s hosted countless tea parties (like the one pictured ☕🧸), served lunch with cousins, and even held strong as the base of many...
Flash Furniture Mindy Kids 5-Piece Table Set
Our girls absolutely love Magna‑Tiles—and I have to admit, so do we! With these magnetic wonders, they’ve built everything from majestic castles to Barbie mansions, intricate car ramps, and beyond. The beauty lies in how they adapt to whatever mood o...
MAGNA-TILES Classic 100-Piece Magnetic Set
When our girls discovered this gear-building toy, it instantly became a favorite. They love experimenting with different combinations and watching as the gears turn. That moment of problem-solving, followed by the pride of fixing it, is incredibly re...
Learning Resources Gears! Gears! Gears! Super Set
This playful pie set is a mix of learning and pretend fun. The jumbo tweezers are fantastic for helping little fingers develop fine motor skills—perfect for mastering that pincer grasp while sorting and playing.
Our girls don’t always stick to baking pies when playing with this toy either. Sometimes, they’re stirring up pretend smoothies or tossing the pieces into fruit salads in their play kitchen. It’s this imaginative flexibility that keeps the set fresh ...
Our girls don’t always stick to baking pies when playing with this toy either. Sometimes, they’re stirring up pretend smoothies or tossing the pieces into fruit salads in their play kitchen. It’s this imaginative flexibility that keeps the set fresh ...
Learning Resources Super Sorting Pie - 68 Pc
Baby/Toddler
These are all items our kids used and loved during the baby/toddler stages.
This was one of those toys we didn’t overthink—and it ended up being just right. Easy for tiny fingers to grab and light enough to lift. No lights, no batteries, no instruction just pure, shake-it-til-you-giggle fun. We kept one in the diaper bag, on...
Bright Starts Oball Rattle Easy-Grasp Toy Pink
This swing was a favorite at our house for years. Our littlest one loved being safely strapped in, swinging happily. It’s easy to hang and sturdy.
Little Tikes 2-in-1 Snug 'n Secure Swing Magenta
The baby may not have loved it... but we absolutely did. 🙃 This little lifesaver gave us a safe, cozy spot for naps on the main floor. When we needed the space back, it folded up in seconds and tucked out of sight. It was also a total win for overni...
Fisher-Price Portable Baby Crib Bassinet Moonlight
I haven’t met a baby who didn’t love this toy.
Ours all went through the same phases: kicking like crazy to make the music go, then giggling like they just discovered electricity. The dangling toys keep little hands busy, and the piano grows with them—from back time to tummy time to sit-and-play ...
Ours all went through the same phases: kicking like crazy to make the music go, then giggling like they just discovered electricity. The dangling toys keep little hands busy, and the piano grows with them—from back time to tummy time to sit-and-play ...
Fisher-Price Glow & Grow Kick & Play Piano Gym
This Naturally Playful Picnic Table has lasted at least 7 years of sunshine, snack time, and sidewalk chalk art sessions before we passed it down to a younger cousin. It still looks nearly new which tells you what you need to know about the quality. ...
Step2 Kids Picnic Table w/ Removable Umbrella
The Step2 Neat & Tidy Cottage has been a beloved part of our backyard for years! Our girls played in it constantly—hosting pretend picnics, running a “house,” and letting their imaginations take over. Our youngest outgrew it at age 6 (she is too ...
Step2 Neat & Tidy Cottage Kids Playhouse
This slide is every kind of fun: a backyard classic, a waterslide into the kiddie pool, and even a snowy slide. It’s lightweight, durable, and just the right size for toddlers who love climbing and zooming. Ours stayed in rotation year-round—and alwa...
Little Tikes First Slide (Blue/Green)
"You just push off the ground and glide. It’s so much fun!" – Official review from our 8-year-old, a former Strider user.
This bike is lightweight, durable and the perfect way for little riders to build confidence without training wheels. From their first strides to full-on gliding pros, the Strider bike keeps up every step (or push) of the way. If your kiddo is ready t...
This bike is lightweight, durable and the perfect way for little riders to build confidence without training wheels. From their first strides to full-on gliding pros, the Strider bike keeps up every step (or push) of the way. If your kiddo is ready t...
Strider 12” Sport No Pedal Balance Bike Kids
I can still remember the first time I climbed into that little red-and-yellow car as a kid—my feet pushing me forward, a big grin across my face. Fast-forward a couple decades, and I was thrilled to introduce that same excitement to my own children w...
Little Tikes Cozy Coupe 30th Anniversary Car
Mega Bloks were the gateway toy that ignited our girls’ passion for building—and a brilliant one at that. The oversized, colorful bricks fit perfectly in their little hands, making it easy and satisfying to snap pieces together. As they grow, so do t...
MEGA BLOKS First Builders 150-Piece Set