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Christmas for 1year olds
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items Whether you're seeking toys that stimulate motor skills, books that spark curiosity, or keepsakes that will be treasured for years to come, this guide has something for every tiny tot.
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Books
As a daycare teacher who primarily works with children ages 1-2, I’ve seen firsthand just how important books are at this stage of development. Throughout the day, toddlers naturally gravitate toward books on their own, often choosing the same favori...
The bright, colorful illustrations and simple, engaging storylines help babies understand feelings like happiness, sadness, and excitement, laying the foundation for emotional intelligence from an early age.
A Little Spot: My First Emotions - by Diane Alber (Board Book)
With cheerful farm songs, engaging sound buttons, and a built in mirror, this board book keeps little ones entertained while supporting early learning. The music encourages listening skills and language development, while the mirror helps babies reco...
World of Eric Carle: Farm Songs - Mirror Sound (Board Book)
The story uses clear language and expressive illustrations to help little ones begin understanding manners like saying “sorry,” which is an important part of early emotional and social development.
Mouse Say "Sorry" (Hello Genius)
Toys
As a daycare teacher, I believe toys play a crucial role in toddler’s development because they learn best through play. The toys I have listed have been personally selected based on my observations and experience teaching toddlers over time.
Designed with simple, engaging activities like buckles, zippers, and buttons, it helps toddlers develop fine motor skills, hand eye coordination, and problem solving abilities at their own pace. From my experience working with children ages 1-2, toys...
Montessori Toys for Toddler Boys, Busy Board Toy for Toddlers 1-3, Learning Educational Toys for 1 2 3 Year Old Boys Girls
In my experience working with children ages 1-2, toys like this are especially popular because they’re easy to understand, encourage repetition, and allow toddlers to feel successful as they play. The sturdy design and built-in storage also make it a...
Fisher-Price Baby’s First Blocks Shape Sorting Toy with Storage Bucket, 12 Pieces For Baby & Toddler
From my experience teaching children ages 1-2, toys like these are especially loved because toddlers can quickly understand how they work, giving them a sense of independence and excitement as the cars roll away. They also support gross motor skills ...
Toddler Animal Car Toys for 1-3 Year Old Boys, Press and Go Cartoon Truck Educational Toys for 1 Year Old Boy, Pull Back Cars for Baby Gift Toys 12-24 Months
Keepsake
Every parent strives to preserve memories not only through pictures and videos but also through the items their toddlers have personally used, as these objects often hold great sentimental value.
Personalized puzzles help toddlers start to recognize the letters in their own name, supporting early literacy and letter recognition in a playful way. The act of fitting each piece into its place also boosts fine motor skills and hand eye coordinati...
Personalized Wooden Name Puzzle
Personalized books like this capture a toddler’s attention because they recognize themselves and the people they love, which strengthens early language development, social awareness, and emotional connections. Its sturdy board book format is perfect ...
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It’s a playful and meaningful gift that blends learning with lasting sentimental value.
Pastel Wooden Name Personalized Train