65 Gifts for Toddlers to Keep Them Active and Engaged All Day Long
Even the most particular tots will love these toys.
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If you've spent any time around a toddler you won't be surprised to find out they're not the easiest demographic to shop for. One minute they can't get enough of the show Bluey and the next minute they sob any time it comes on TV. They specifically request a grilled cheese for lunch and then toss it right on the floor when you bring it to them. Let's just say they can be tough to figure out.
And sure, finding a gift for grandpa or the teens in your life may present a challenge too, but finding a gift a toddler will love? That's as easy as getting them down for a nap or convincing them to try a food they've never seen before.
Toddlers, or kids around one to three years old, do tend to love tactile objects they can stack and sort, soft things to cuddle, gyms and playsets they can crawl all over, and anything that will make them more mobile than they already are. But what to get the particular toddler or the toddler who has everything? We've got a few ideas.
Ahead of the holiday season, we've road-tested toys, read all the reviews, and are ready to recommend the best of the best. These are hands-down the greatest toys and gifts for toddlers, whether they love dolls, dinos, or drawing.
Looking for even more great gift ideas? Here's where to start:
Turn their home into a grocery store with this tiny plastic shopping cart. (Just be aware they will put absolutley everything they can find into the basket, including car keys and wallets.)
Ages 2 and up
The great thing about these blocks is that while toddlers can play with them and stack them any way they choose, they do actually form specific animal shapes as well.
Ages 18 months and up
KiwiCo has tons of toys for toddlers, but we're partial to this recycling truck that helps tots practice their motor skills.
Ages 1 and up
Playmobil has some fantastic collaborations with Disney, including this seesaw-like set in the shape of a rainbow and cloud.
Ages 1 and up
These PJs are perfect for the kid whose favorite Bluey episode is "Keepy Uppy."
Sizes 2t and up
Personalized books are all the rage right now. What kid wouldn't get a kick out of seeing themselves as the hero of their own bedtime story?
Ages 2 and up
This "Smart Stages" toy may seem advanced, but it's designed to entertain kids starting at just 12 months. There are three different stages that you can switch up as they grow to keep them engaged.
Ages 1 and up
If bedtime is a struggle, check out Warmies. They make microwavable stuffies in all shapes and sizes that will safely keep kids cozy in their cribs. (You could also go the extra mile with matching pajamas!)
Ages birth and up
If Barbie's full-size dream plane is a little too advanced for your kid, consider this version that's better suited to toddlers. They'll love playing pretend with these little figurines.
Ages 18 months and up
Let them stack blocks as high as they are with this cool set from eeBoo, a woman-owned brand that makes toys and games.
Ages 2 and up
Toddlers are in that stage between using their fingers to eat and learning how to hold forks. This themed dinnertime set will make that transition fun.
Ages 2 and up
Ready Set Romper makes cute outfits and pajamas with easy-open fronts, perfect for toddlers who still need diaper changes.
Ages birth and up
Mr. Potato Head has never gone out of style, and for good reason. This starter kit comes with 13 pieces your toddler can rearrange any way they like.
Ages 2 and up
It's around the toddler age that kids start wanting to replicate what their parents are doing. They may not be able to push a real vacuum yet, but this one is more fun anyway.
Ages 1 and up
This Daniel Tiger toy is more than meets the eye. It starts as a wagon to help with early walking, then can be used as a ride-on toy before finally transforming into a scooter. And as an added bonus it looks like every toddler's favorite tiger!
Ages 1 and up
They may be slightly young to understand the intricacies of a strikes, spares, and gutter balls, but toddlers do love knocking things over, so this bowling set is great gift.
Ages 1 and up
Perfect for toddlers who are just learning to walk, these high-quality velcro sneakers stay on all day and have the added bonus of being washable.
Ages 2 and up
Toddlers can drop and pop colorful balls with this fun bulldozer from VTech. With thousands of five-star reviews on Amazon, it's no wonder it's a bestseller.
Ages 1 and up
Whether the toddler you're shopping for is into polar bears, porcupines, or grumpy elves, the Never Touch a... book series has the touch-and-feel book for them.
Ages birth and up
Who else gets overcome with nostalgia just looking at a See 'n Say? These classic toys are still one of the most popular tools for early language and recognition skills.
Ages 18 months and up
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