There’s something so wonderful and fun about buying gifts for toddlers. I mean don’t get me wrong, I absolutely love buying for every stage. But toddlers are discovering imaginative play and their gross and fine motor skills are perfected. And seeing that understanding of the magic of Christmas in their faces…there’s something extra special about that. Now my girls are past this stage, but that just means that I have plenty of knowledge to gifts that toddlers are sure to love. Bauer will be here before you know it (you can check his 1 year old gift guide and all my others here), but in the meantime I had fun reminiscing with all my favorite gifts for toddlers.
see all of my 2022 Gift Guides HERE
FISHER PRICE LAUGH N’ LEARN FOOD TRUCK
This is seriously the cutest thing. It’s such a fun take on the very popular food truck craze. Your toddler will spend hours serving you their specialties. My girls played with this for years. // Shop it here
WHITE RETRO PLAY KITCHEN
Who can resist an adorable play kitchen? I love the retro look of this one. // Shop it here // Shop it here in pink
CHELSEA MODERN PLAY KITCHEN
I absolutely love the look of this modern play kitchen. That brass hardware is swoon worthy and nicer than my current kitchen. // Shop it here
CORNER PLAY KITCHEN
This corner option is unique and the window openings are a fun change . // Shop it here
UPTOWN ESPRESSO PLAY KITCHEN
This dark chocolate espresso color option is moody and very traditional. // Shop it here
MODERN WHITE PLAY KITCHEN
This one feels very “The Jetsons” new age and fun. // Shop it here
PINK VINTAGE PLAY KITCHEN
This pink vintage option would be a great addition to any little girl’s room. // Shop it here // Shop it in white here
CHELSEA ALL IN ONE KITCHEN
Is this one not gorgeous?! I love the simplicity and combination of modern lines and traditional elements. // Shop it here
LITTLE PEOPLE NATIVITY SET
I absolutely love this play set. My girls love moving the characters around and truly learn about the birth of Jesus. // Shop it here
LEAPFROG 2-IN-1 TOUCH
{also comes in boy colors} This is so sweet for your little one that wants to “work” like mom. And they can learn their letters too. We still have this little cutie and Hudson loves it! Parker played with it and now Hudson. // Shop it here
GREEN TOYS FERRY BOAT
Green toys are my favorite. They’re made from recycled plastic. This ferry boat and mini cars is perfect for the busy boy. Use them outside or during bath time and they will be a hit. // Shop it here
GREEN TOYS RESCUE BOAT WITH HELICOPTER
Another cute option. Love that these are made in the U.S. and completely of recycled plastic. // Shop them here
STEP2 CASCADING COVE SAND & WATER TABLE
This may be more of a summer activity but you’ll be thanking yourself when you have it for those hot summer days. // Shop it here
TANGLEWOOD ALL CEDAR SWING SET
A splurge but a gift that keeps on giving year after year. // Shop it here
WATER DRAWING MAT
I love the mess free aspect of this mat. It dries quickly and allows for hours of entertainment. // Shop it here
JOHN DEERE TRACTOR WITH TRAILER
A fun twist on the ride on toy. Perfect for the little farmer in your life. // Shop it here
MELISSA & DOUG REUSABLE STICKER PADS
These are great for travel, appointments or just a morning when you need a few minutes peace. // Shop it here
FUNNY FACES STICKER FUN TOTE
Another fun option for busy days at home or on the go. // Shop it here
MERMAID STICKER FUN TOTE
For the mermaid loving girl in your life. // Shop it here
GREEN TOYS CAR CARRIER
Another fan favorite from Green Toys. A quality carrier for your toddler that’s obsessed with cars. // Shop it here
LITTLE TIKES FIRST SLIDE
Perfect to get their energy out on cold winter days… you can even bring it inside. // Shop it here
MELISSA & DOUG WOODEN BUILDING BLOCKS
Love the creativity that can stem from the simplicity of these blocks. Such high quality as always from Melissa & Doug. // Shop it here
VTECH KIDBEATS DRUM SET
For the music lover without the volume of a real drum set. 🙂 // Shop it here
MELISSA & DOUG DOCTOR DRESS UP SET
Great for imaginative play for both boys and girls. // Shop it here
HOT WHEELS SUPER SPEED TRACK
For the hot wheels lover in your life. Looks like this one is a little more compact for space saving too. // Shop it here
LITTLE TIKES 3′ TRAMPOLINE
Let them jump out their wiggles during the cold months on this perfect size trampoline. // Shop it here
MELISSA & DOUG ARTIST SMOCK
Perfect for your budding Picasso to keep their masterpieces off their clothes. // Shop it here
GET READY FOR SCHOOL LEARNING DESK
Their own little desk to learn all the things! Letters, shapes, numbers…they will be ready for school in no time. // Shop it here
VTECH DRILL AND LEARN TOOLBOX
Such a fun little kit to work on colors and I love that it all fits into the toolbox. // Shop it here
LITTLE TIKES 3-IN-1 SPORTS ZONE
Let them find their favorite sport with this perfect little sports zone. // Shop it here
10 PACK OF PLAY-DOH
You can never have enough play-doh. // Shop it here
48 PC PLAY-DOH SET
And a perfect accessory kit to go with the play-doh. // Shop it here
VTECH KIDISTAR KARAOKE MACHINE
Let them sing their little hearts out with this fun karaoke machine. I have sat through MANY performances with this fun little gadget. It’s a MUST HAVE for your theatrical kid. // Shop it here
5 PIECE POP UP PLAY TENT
Hours of fun for them as they create various obstacle courses with these tents and tunnels. // Shop it here
PRETEND PLAY CASH REGISTER
Let them learn all about money and shopping with this fun toy. // Shop it here
VTECH KIDIZOOM DUO SELFIE CAMERA
Let them try out their photography skills and also play games with this fun camera. And it’s durable frame holds up to any tumbles and drops. Another toy that we’ve had for years! It’s weathered Parker and now Hudson. This one is fun because it has a “selfie” button on it. // Shop it here
KIDKRAFT WOODEN ROCKING DOLL CRADLE
Love this sweet little doll cradle. This works great for American Girl Dolls. // Shop it here
42 PC TEGU MAGNETIC WOODEN BLOCK SET
I love that these blocks are magnetic and the muted colors are gorgeous. // Shop it here
KIDIKRAFT WATERFALL MOUNTAIN WOODEN TRAIN SET
The deluxe setup for your train loving toddler. // Shop it here
MELISSA & DOUG DELUXE WOODEN PLAY TABLE
I love the clean look of this one and that it can be used for multiple activities. // Shop it here
2-IN-1 MULTI ACTIVITY TABLE AND CHAIRS
This is perfect for a bedroom or a small playroom. And the storage underneath is genius. Parker still uses this with her intricate Lego sets. // Shop it here
MELISSA & DOUG DISNEY WOODEN PEG PUZZLE SET
Perfect for little hands to work on fine motor skills and educating them as well. // Shop them here
MICRO MINI DELUXE PINK SCOOTER
Hudson did amazing learning on this scooter. The three wheel base is great for learning balance when they are tiny. // Shop it here // Shop it here in blue
RADIO FLYER MY 1ST SCOOTER
A great option for a first scooter. And radio flyer is such a classic brand. // Shop it here
MELISSA & DOUG MINE TO LOVE DOLL
A sweet baby doll would go great with the cradle or some accessories. // Shop it here
MELISSA & DOUG DOLL FEEDING AND CHANGING ACCESSORIES
Sweet accessories for that sweet baby doll. // Shop it here
BABY DOLL CRIB
Another great option if you want to give your toddler everything for their baby doll. // Shop it here
100 PC MAGNA-TILES SET
Magna-tiles are such a high quality set for creative minds and imaginations to explore. // Shop them here
LEGO DUPLO MY FIRST BRICKS SET
Let their Lego obsession begin. // Shop it here
JOYSTAR KIDS BIKE
Love the colors on this sweet first bike with training wheels. // Shop it here
MELISSA & DOUG WATER WOW PAD BUNDLE
Mess free “painting” perfect for travel or everyday. // Shop it here
BABY BATH TIME FUN RUBBER WATER SQUIRTIES
So I keep these in our diaper bag. I don’t actually use these in the bath. But they are a great thing to keep on hand for keeping that toddler busy when you’re out and about or traveling. // Shop it here
3-IN-1 DOLL PRAM
Sweet stroller for their baby doll, American Girl Doll, or Bitty Baby. // Shop it here
MAGFORMERS BASIC SET
Another version of magnetic tiles are that are great to stem creativity. My kids have absolutely LOVED these. Even Bauer plays with them now. Pro tip: they work great on the dishwasher, fridge, or garage doors. // Shop them here
STEP2 NEAT & TIDY COTTAGE
Perfect for imaginative play out in the backyard or in a basement. // Shop it here
VTECH COUNT AND WIN SPORTS CENTER
A smaller sports version that’s just as cute for your soccer and basketball players. // Shop it here
LITTLE TIKES FIRST SINK & STOVE
Let your toddler learn how to cook and wash dishes. Your future parent of a teenager self will thank you. This runs real water. // Shop it here
OSMO GENIUS STARTER KIT
I can’t rave enough about the OSMO. This is a next level interactive LEARNING program! It’s so much better than having kids just tap on a tablet screen all day. This is such a neat interactive learning activity with actual hand held pieces. // Shop it here
2 PACK CARTOON REMOTE CONTROL CARS
Such a fun set of remote control cars with sounds and music. // Shop it here
MELISSA & DOUG CUTTING FRUIT SET
Love this set of wooden fruit. Velcro keeps the fruit together and your toddler will have a blast cutting it apart. // Shop them here
MELISSA & DOUG WOODEN MAKE-A-CAKE MIXER SET
Your little baker will have fun making a cake with this set. // Shop it here
MELISSA & DOUG FREESTANDING WOODEN FRESH MART
Fill this with a ton of play food and your toddler will have a great time. // Shop it here
ALL-IN-ONE WOODEN KID’S ART EASEL
With a chalkboard on one side and a dry erase whiteboard on the other, it is sure to entertain. // Shop it here
MELISSA & DOUG DOUBLE SIDED TABLETOP EASEL
A great space savings option that is both double sided and magnetic. // Shop it here
LINCOLN LOGS
A classic that offers unlimited creativity and fun. // Shop it here
CONSTRUCTION CARRIER AND VEHICLES
A perfect set of construction toys for your little lover of all things that dig, dump and excavate. // Shop it here
LEAPFROG SCOOP AND LEARN ICE CREAM CART
Let your little one make all kinds of ice cream creations for you to enjoy with this sweet little cart. // Shop it here
MAGNETIC TILES
Another version of magnetic tiles in pretty pastel colors. // Shop it here
PJ MASKS HEADQUARTERS PLAYSET
If your toddler is obsessed with the show, this playlet will be a major hit. // Shop it here
PJ MASKS JUST PLAY RESCUE VEHICLE
Your little one can help Catboy rescue the dinosaur with this cute set. // Shop it here
DINOSAUR TRUCK CARRIER WITH 15 DINOSAURS
Perfect for your dinosaur loving little one. Love that all the animals fit in the carrier for easy storage and cleanup. // Shop it here
WALKIE TALKIES FOR KIDS
Siblings or friends will have a blast talking to each other from across the house or the yard. Hours of fun, “over.” // Shop them here
LCD WRITING TABLET
This tablet is perfect for travel, eating out or just every day. Perfect when they love to draw but you don’t want tons of paper used. // Shop it here
BARBIE HELICOPTER
Super cute Barbie accessory. As we all know, she is a master of many trades…pilot is for sure one of them. // Shop it here
KID K’NEX DINO DUDES BUILDING SET
Love this building set. Perfect for little hands and seeing their faces when they make something is truly amazing. // Shop it here
BUILD-A-BOUQUET PRETEND PLAY
Great for fine motor skills, staking and practicing colors. And dishwasher safe for cleaning. // Shop it here
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