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Toddler Must-Haves
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items I’m a stay-at-home mom, and over time, I’ve discovered a few items that not only keep my son entertained, but also support his learning and development. These toys and tools have helped him build essential skills like problem-solving, creativity, and...
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Our Favorite Learning & Play Essentials
Art supplies for kids!
Our Favorite Learning & Play Essentials
My son’s daily learning posters have really kept him engaged and excited about learning! We hung them up in a spot where he sees them every day, and they’ve made such a difference. Just the day after we put them up, he surprised us by singing his ABC...
Educational Posters for Toddlers, 16PCS Educational Charts for Classroom Kindergarten Preschoolers Elementary, ABC Charts Alphabet Poster, Learning Chart, Number Chart for Kids (6.5" x 11")
My son lovessss these magnetic tiles! They keep him entertained for long stretches of time, which is such a win, and I love how they encourage creativity and hands-on learning. He builds everything from towers to houses, and it’s amazing to watch his...
Magnetic Tiles for Kids,Educational Magnetic Building Blocks for Boys Girls, STEM Preschool Kidergarten Learning Toys
I’ve seen him stay busy for long stretches, switching between drawing fun, make-believe scenes and practicing his letters with the magnetic pieces. What I love most is how easy it is to clean up afterward, and how the mix of art and learning activiti...
Lehoo Castle Kids 4 in 1 Double Sided Easel with Magnetic White Board & Chalk Board, Green - Walmart.com
My son absolutely loves his little couch! It’s more than just a comfy place to sit, he uses it to build forts, create obstacle courses, and even pretend it’s a spaceship or lava. It’s become his go-to spot for playing and relaxing. I love watching ho...
Betterhood Play Couch Sofa for Kids Imaginative Play Set, Medium, Gray, Suede Covers, Sponge Filled - Walmart.com
Whenever my son wants a little quiet time to himself, he loves hiding out in his rocket ship play tent with his stuffed animals. It’s like his own little space where he can unwind, play pretend, or just cuddle up and relax. He’ll bring in his favorit...
BeePrincess Rocket Ship Kids Play Tent, Astronaut Spaceship Space Themed Pop up Play Tent, Pretend Playhouse Indoor Outdoor Game Party Children, Birthday Gift Playhouse Toy for Boys Girls Toddler
This toy organizer has been such a game-changer for keeping my child’s toys neat and tidy! The 12 bins make it easy to sort everything and my little one can find and put things away all by himself. The neutral grey and white colors also blend in nice...
Humble Crew Inspire Toy Storage Organizer with 12 Plastic Storage Bins, Grey/White - Walmart.com
I placed this rug underneath his little couch since our entire house has tile floors, and it’s been perfect! It adds a soft, cozy spot for him to sit and play, and it keeps the area from feeling too cold or hard. The colors are beautiful in person, b...
6x9 Area Rug Living Room Rugs - Washable Boho Rug Vintage Oriental Distressed Farmhouse Large Thin Indoor Carpet for Living Room Bedroom Under Dining Table Home Office - Aqua Multi - Walmart.com
AMAZING! My son loves helping me in the kitchen, and this knife set has made it so much easier and safer for him to be involved. The knives are just the right size for little hands, and they’re sturdy enough to actually cut through fruits, veggies, a...
Knife Set - Kids Knifes for Real Cooking, Montessori Kids Kitchen Knife Set , Toddlers Kitchen Tools for Age 2-10 Year Old Girl Boy
This is such a great activity book for toddlers! It’s been perfect for helping my son practice his letters and build early writing skills in a fun, hands-on way. The pages are engaging with plenty of space for tracing, which really helps with fine mo...
Preschool Learning Activities -Tracing Books for Kids Ages 3-5 - Toddler Handwriting Practice - Letter Tracing for Kids Preschool Kindergarten Workbooks 3-4, 4-5 - Learning Toys
If you love taking your toddler on walks, this tricycle is an absolute must-have! It’s super convenient and gives your little one the freedom to ride while still being safely buckled in. I love that it has a parent push handle that’s easy to steer, p...
TROPOW Foldable Baby Tricycle for Kids, 7 in 1 Toddler Tricycle Stroller for 1-5 Year Old, Baby Trike with Safety Harness, Adjustable Push Handle, Storage Basket, Cup Holder, Ride a Trike,Gray - Walmart.com
Art supplies for kids!
This construction paper is great to have on hand for all kinds of activities! We use it for learning games, practicing letters and shapes, and my son loves using it for coloring and painting projects too. The variety of colors makes it fun and keeps ...
Crayola 240-Sheet Construction Paper 12-Color: School Supplies for Kids, Craft Paper, 9x12 Inches, Multicolor, Uncoated
These jumbo crayons are perfect for toddlers! They’re thicker than regular crayons, which makes them much easier for little hands to grip and control. Plus, they don’t break as easily, which is a huge win when your child tends to press down hard or d...
Crayola 16ct Jumbo Crayons
These paints are super toddler-friendly and so much fun to use! The neon colors are bright and eye-catching, which makes painting even more exciting for my little one. I love that they’re washable and non-toxic, so I don’t have to stress about the me...
Crayola 10ct 2oz Washable Kids Paint Neon Colors: Non-Toxic Water-Based Tempera for Paper, Neon Painting & Finger Paint Ideas
These Crayola Ultra-Clean Washable Markers are one of our go-to art supplies! The colors are bold and vibrant, and the broad tips make them perfect for toddlers learning to draw and color. What I love most is how easily they wash off. Whether it’s sk...
Crayola Ultra-Clean Washable Broad Line Markers, 10 Ct, School Supplies, Classroom Essentials for Teachers, Gift, 3+
These dot markers are amazing! My son has so much fun using them to make colorful art, and even when things get a little messy, which they usually do, it’s soooo easy to clean up! The ink washes right off hands, tables, and even clothes with just a b...
Shuttle Art Dot Makers, 12 Colors Bingo Daubers with 20 Unique Patterns of Dot Book for Art Activities, Non-Toxic Washable Coloring Markers
These classic Crayola paints are a must-have for toddler art time! The colors are bold and vibrant, and they work great for everything from finger painting to brushwork on paper. I really appreciate that they’re non-toxic and completely washable. It ...
Crayola 10ct 2oz Washable Kids Paint Classic Colors: Non-Toxic Water-Based Tempera for Toddlers & Finger Painting