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Best Gifts for 2-3 Year Old Toddler Boys: Gifts for Every Budget (Mom Approved)
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items As a twin mom to two very different 2-year-old boys, I’ve bought A LOT of toddler toys 😂 These are the gifts they both genuinely love and actually play with! I’ve broken everything down by price so there are ideas whether you’re looking for somethin...
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Easy little gifts that still feel fun and exciting! Perfect for stocking stuffers, smaller birthdays, or when you just want to add something extra.
LOVE a custom Tonie gift- fill it with their favorite songs, books, memories, or even record yourself singing happy birthday!
tonies DIY Creative-Tonie Figurine: Make your own Tonie!
These seem like they should cost 3x their price! Such incredible quality and so fun!
LeapFrog Learning Friends 100 Words Book
Anything Lego Duplo is a hit, but this number train is a favorite because it combines learning numbers. Pro tip: there is a song/video on YouTube to go along with it if you search “Number Train”!
LEGO DUPLO Number Train My First Number Train Toy
A classic for good reason and must-have for any sports lover!
Little Tikes Toy Sports T-Ball Set - Red
A favorite shape sorter for any vehicle lovers!
Melissa & Doug Shape-Sorting Wooden Dump Truck Toy With 9 Colorful Shapes and 2 Play Figures: Wood Stacking Toddler Toy
A favorite for my boys! We can search for letters/numbers or “write” words by sticking them on the bathtub walls.
Munchkin Bath Letters and Numbers - 36ct Bath Toy Set
An absolute favorite! These light up when in the water only which helps when they want to take the vehicles to sleep with them after bath!
Tub Works Emergency Cars Light Up Bath Toys (6 Pack) - Water-Activated
Mess-free entertainment anywhere. Just add water for a reusable activity book that’s perfect for travel.
Melissa & Doug On the Go Water Wow! Reusable Water-Reveal Deluxe Activity Pad--Animal Antics
Such a great deal for these reusable stickers! My boys play with these every single day.
Melissa & Doug Reusable Vehicles Sticker Pad - 165+ Reusable Stickers: Kids Craft Play with Transportation Theme
This is one of the coolest book/toys! The car winds up and travels through multiple tracks on the different pages.
Wind-Up Busy Car Track Book - by Fiona Watt
A super fun game that works on memory and can be played many different ways!
MindWare Seek-a-Boo! Seek & Find Toddler Memory Game
$25-$50
A step up from the little gifts, with plenty of toys and activities that feel substantial without breaking the $50 mark. Great for birthdays, holidays, or gifts from grandparents!
Such a fun screen-time alternative! We use this one rainy days and before naps.
Little Tikes Dr. Seuss Story Dream Machine Dr. Seuss Starter Pack
The perfect gift for a tractor-lover! The drill actually helps take apart and put the tractor back together. Both of my boys love this!
BUILD-A-BUDDY John Deere Tractor Toy and Toy Drill
We love this because it is so portable and can be brought along with us!
Melissa & Doug 17-Piece Wooden Take-Along Tabletop Railroad and Trains, for Kids and Toddlers 3+
We use these both inside and outside and incorporate them in some really awesome obstacle courses!
Battat Busy Beams Set with 8 Balance Beams and 5 Sensory Pods
My boys love “mowing” the lawn and playing with all the bubbles!
John Deere Bubble-N-Go Toy Lawn Mower Automatic Bubble Machine No Batteries Required Age 3+ Years
Life size blocks that kids can climb on, what’s not to love!?
Melissa & Doug 24-pc. Jumbo Cardboard Blocks Set
Little people toys are ALWAYS a hit in our house! This one is a favorite because it combines trains, pretend play, and learning!
Fisher-Price Little People Big ABC Animal Train Toddler Learning Vehicle Playset, Child 1+ Years, 19.29in
A favorite in our family! Both my boys love getting energy out scooting around the neighborhood.
Radio Flyer Grow With Me Beginner Kids' Kick Scooter - Red: Adjustable Handlebar, Non-Slip Deck
Anything personalized is a favorite at this age, and really any age haha! Love the Fat Brain Toys version.
Fat Brain Toys Wooden Personalized Name Puzzles
One of the most classic toddler toys for a reason- every kid needs a slide!
Little Tikes My First Slide - Red/Blue
We recommend this to everyone! Such an awesome educational toy that really keeps their attention.
LeapFrog 2-in-1 LeapTop Touch
An awesome pretend play option especially for kids that aren’t into the play kitchens you see everywhere!
Little Tikes Tough Workshop
$50-$100
These are the bigger “wow” gifts that toddlers can really get excited about! Great options when you’re looking for something a little more special.
My boys love the childhood classic ballpit!
B. toys WonderFill Ball Pit with 100 Balls - Foam Ball Pit
Magnetiles are so much fun for both adults and kids. We use these daily!
PicassoTiles 100 Piece Magnetic Tiles
Such a fun indoor/outdoor gift that can be used for years to come!
Costway 40'' Flying Saucer Tree Swing
We made our tent into a “Little Man Cave” with a camping theme!
Kids Play Tent w/Flags and Globe String Lights
Such a fun toy for burning energy inside!
B. toys WonderClimber - 3pc Wooden Triangle Climber
My boys love this balance bike because it looks just like a “big boy bike!”
Schwinn Balance Balance Bike, 12" Wheels, Air-Filled Tires, Adjustable Seat, Kids Ages 2-4, Blue
One of the most used items in our home!
Little Tikes 25'' Round Easy Store 3' Folding Trampoline
A water table is a summer must! We love this one!
Step2 Rain Showers Splash Pond Water Table
A classic for a reason! What kid doesn’t love having their own car!?
Little Tikes Cozy Coupe
$100+
For those extra-special gifts that they’ll hopefully get tons of use out of! Think bigger play equipment, ride-ons, play couches, and other gifts that can grow with them.
The tonie box is used for hours every day in our house! Once you have the box, you can buy tonies as little gifts or rewards throughout the year.
tonies Bluey Toniebox 2 Starter Set - Sky Blue
This is a must-have for toddlers! We use ours for everything from climbing, forts, and cozy chairs.
Nugget - The Original Play Couch for Kids
We researched swing sets extensively and found Backyard Discovery to be our favorite!
Backyard Discovery Buckley Hill Swing Set
Personalized gifts are a favorite at this age! Both my boys love having their own designated spot to cuddle up and read!
Pottery Barn Anywhere Chair- Personalized Kid’s Comfy Chair
Not a toy but my boys LOVE these toddler towers!
Guidecraft Contemporary Kitchen Helper Step Stool - White: Adjustable, Folding Montessori Toddler Tower - Safety Learning Furniture
This is such a fun, active toy that even adults love!
Nex Playground - The Active Play System: Wi-Fi, HDMI, Remote Control, Aqua Blue
My boys could play on this toy for hours!
Step2 Anniversary Edition Up & Down Roller Coaster Ride on Toy
We love that this sandbox has a built-in cover and bench seats!
Best Choice Products Large Outdoor Wooden Sandbox for Kids with Cover and Bench Seats Support up to 220 lbs - Brown
We have the 2-seater version of this for our twins and they absolutely LOVE it!
Best Choice Products Jumbo 12V Kids Electric Ride On Car with Parent Remote, Seat Harness, 65 lb Capacity - Light Gray