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Childhood Magic: Our Favorite Toys for Learning & Play

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Not every toy survives the toy purge, but these did. This list includes our favorite learning toys, outside toys, hands on activities, art, and music fun that my daughter truly enjoys. These are the toys that keep her engaged, creative, and happy (an...
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Learning

All the learning toys we are currently loving.

 
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Place letters into wooden puzzle boards to spell words that match illustrations.
Melissa & Doug See & Spell
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My daughter loves this pineapple so much. Its such a good toy for recognizing feelings and creating conversation.
Learning Resources Big Feelings Pineapple
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Discover 7 Animal & Plant Life Cycles Includes butterfly, frog, chicken, bee, ladybug, turtle, snail, and plant stages.
Life Cycle Animal Kit
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Discover little scientist in your child as they explore making multiple cool experiments designed to spark curiosity and foster a love for science learning.
Science Kit
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It helps them build interest in astronomy ,exploring the world , enjoy life and away from the screen!
Telescope for Kids & Adults
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The toddler activity book toys for road trips car, keeping your little one engaged and entertained without feeling bored or restless during the journey. Use it as a travel game or toy to keep your kids occupied during car rides or flights.
Busy Book
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Endless Play

She will spend the most time with this category. These are open ended and she creates endless things with them.

 
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This toy gets used in my house all day everyday. Its an open ended toy that allows the child to create without any limits. My toddler gets into playing with these for hours every single day.
Magnetic Tiles
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I love open ended toys that lets the child create endless scenarios and situations. This is one that its such a hit in my house. She can create houses, castles, people, mountains, the other day she created a barn enclosing some of her toy animals. Su...
Balancing Wooden Blocks
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These magnetic toys can capture children's attention and encourage them to play without electronic screens. Children can use their imagination to build their own dream structures.
150 PCS Magnetic Building Blocks
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Make Believe

This is all about make believe and pretending. She is currently loving her kitchen and the baby with the stroller the most out of this list. But she rotates them all the time.

 
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If you are looking for a gorgeous, high quality dollhouse this is it. We love ours so much. Its so pretty but apart from that the play time is unmatched. She creates a whole movie inside of this dollhouse. 10/10 recommended from me.
Le Toy Van Wooden Dollhouse
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This is such a fun and interactive game. Very well made and high quality.
Wooden Ice Cream Toys Kids Kitchen Play Store
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This is the furniture set we chose for our dollhouse and I have to say that I was surprised at the quality  of the set. It brings endless fun to her dollhouse.
Wooden Dollhouse Furniture Set
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This is the stroller that we use for the reborn baby. She fits in it nicely and this stroller is high quality and gorgeous. My daughter takes her doll on the stroller everywhere we go.
Doll Stroller-Includes Blanket & Shoulder Bag
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If you are looking for a realistic doll for your toddler this is the perfect one. This doll is such a cutie in person, look so real and my daughter can dress her up in newborn clothes. This doll comes with a diaper, birth certificate and a bottle.
20" Lifelike Reborn Baby Girl Doll
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This charming toddler kitchen features a natural aesthetic with fun cutting food set, one wooden knife, one cutting board, two frying pans, and two spoons. Letting children prepare, cook, and serve imaginary meals on the stovetop and counter during e...
Play Kitchen
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Art & Music

I will always say yes to art, music and books. So I'm always glad when she reaches for these.

 
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This is a high quality easel for kids. It has 2 sides one is chalkboard and the other is whiteboard. It also comes with a paper roll for drawing and painting. This is perfect for any artsy kids.
Easel for Kids
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If you want your kids to start learning piano, or you want them to branch out to something different this is for you. This piano is so gorgeous, sounds incredible plus it comes with a working microphone. This guarantees a free concert everytime.
Kids Piano Keyboard
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These bright colors help toddlers learn about colors, spark their imagination, and boost creativity perfect for all their artistic creations.
Twist Crayons for Toddlers
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Outdoors

When the weather is nice, this is what you will find us doing. Riding the tricycle around the neighborhood or playing in the swing set. But when is that time to cut the grass you better be ready to see her bring out her own bubble lawn mower.

 
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The kids tricycle features a carefully designed stable structure and user friendly three wheel design, delivering superior balance and reliable safety  making it the perfect choice for young riders who are just starting to learn cycling.​
Kids Tricycle
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This lawnmower toy not only blows bubbles, but it also produces authentic sound effects to enhance the enjoyment, including gear sounds when pushed on its wheels.
Bubble Lawn Mower
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Made to withstand the weather, this wooden backyard set is pre treated with a water based stain that includes UV and mold protection to hold up against the elements.
Wooden Swing Set
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Organization

With having toys comes messes, so this is why I'm sharing with you the organization system I have in place. 

 
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This wooden children's storage shelf is designed with children in mind, with rounded edges and smooth surfaces, the three feet on the base make it more stable and less likely to wobble and tip over, reducing the risk of injury, while the child friend...
Toy Storage Organizer
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The kids bookshelf has 4 layers, providing ample space for organizing and displaying various books.
Kids Bookshelf
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Maximizes vertical space, keeps kids rooms neat and organized.
Large Stuffed Animal Storage
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