Classic hand puppet collection
These versatile puppets encourage imaginative play and storytelling for children of various ages.
Usually $25–$50
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Gifts for a toddler
58 gift ideas tagged for a toddler, across 81 categories. Every card opens Amazon.ca or Amazon.com in your store.
Toddlers change fast between ages one and three, and their attention jumps from one thing to the next. Open-ended toys they can use in lots of ways, like a toy kitchen with play food or a play tent, tend to hold interest longer than single-trick gadgets.
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Classic natural wooden building blocks set
This timeless toy encourages open-ended play and fine motor skill development for toddlers and preschoolers.
Usually $25–$50
Compact portable soccer goal
Perfect for backyard practice or impromptu games, this goal offers easy setup and breakdown for convenience.
Usually $25–$50
Compact portable travel dollhouse
Perfect for on-the-go fun, this compact playset offers imaginative play opportunities during travel or visits to friends and family.
Usually $25–$50
Customizable cardboard playhouse
An eco-friendly and creative option, this playhouse provides a blank canvas for children to decorate and personalize their own unique space.
Usually $25–$50
Firefighter role play outfit
Let young heroes imagine saving the day with a durable costume and essential accessories for emergency scenarios.
Usually $25–$50
Foldable fabric play tent
This lightweight and portable play space is perfect for indoor adventures or temporary outdoor fun, offering a cozy retreat for imaginative games.
Usually $25–$50
Fun children's themed bedding set
Delight young ones with a vibrant and imaginative bedding set featuring their favorite characters or playful designs, making bedtime more exciting.
Usually $25–$50
Fun kids' themed comforter
Brighten a child's bedroom with a playful patterned comforter, designed for comfort and imaginative appeal.
Usually $25–$50
Giant floor piano play mat
A large floor piano mat encourages active, full-body engagement with music, perfect for energetic children and group play.
Usually $25–$50
Interactive animal farm playset
This playset introduces children to farm life, encouraging nurturing play and learning about different animals and their environments.
Usually $25–$50
Interactive miniature kitchen playset
Encourages creative role-playing and social interaction as children simulate cooking, baking, and serving delicious imaginary meals.
Usually $25–$50
Interactive play dishwashing sink
Teach responsibility and promote fine motor skills with a toy sink that features running water and encourages children to "wash" their play dishes.
Usually $25–$50
Interactive plush pet toy
Engage young minds with a plush friend that responds to touch or sound, encouraging nurturing play and imaginative scenarios.
Usually $25–$50
Interactive toy coffee maker set
This miniature coffee station allows children to mimic adult routines, fostering imaginative role-play as they brew pretend beverages for friends and family.
Usually $25–$50
Kids' three-wheel scooter
Ideal for young children, this stable scooter helps develop balance and coordination with its secure three-wheel design, making learning to ride fun.
Usually $25–$50
Kinetic sand activity set
Experience the unique sensation of moldable sand that never dries out, perfect for indoor sandcastle building and sensory play.
Usually $25–$50
Large soft foam building blocks
Ideal for toddlers and preschoolers, these oversized blocks offer safe, quiet, and imaginative play experiences for developing gross motor skills.
Usually $25–$50
Large soft foam construction blocks
These oversized, lightweight blocks allow toddlers and preschoolers to build big structures safely, fostering gross motor skills.
Usually $25–$50
Magnetic building tiles
These colourful tiles snap together easily, allowing children to build 2D and 3D shapes, fostering spatial reasoning.
Usually $25–$50
Melodic xylophone instrument
This classic instrument helps children develop pitch recognition and fine motor skills through striking colorful bars.
Usually $25–$50
Multi-level toy car garage
Perfect for young vehicle enthusiasts, this playset offers exciting parking, racing, and repair scenarios for their favourite toy cars.
Usually $25–$50
Musical light-up claw machine
Enhance the arcade experience with a claw machine that features dynamic lights and engaging sound effects during play.
Usually $25–$50
Natural wooden interlocking blocks
Offering a tactile and durable building experience, these blocks are perfect for open-ended creative play and imaginative construction.
Usually $25–$50
How to choose for a toddler
- Look for toys that let them copy grown-ups, like cooking or shopping, since toddlers love imitating everyday routines.
- Check the recommended age range on the package and choose pieces sized for small hands.
- Consider the family's space before buying a playhouse or play tent, and favour options that fold or pack away.
- Alphabet toys work best when they are hands-on, such as chunky letters, puzzles or blocks, rather than screen-based.
Usually safe to skip
- Toys with many tiny parts meant for older kids, which frustrate toddlers and scatter everywhere.
- Complicated electronic gadgets that do the playing for them and lose appeal quickly.
- Oversized items that may not fit in the home, unless the parents agree first.
Questions people ask about gifts for a toddler
- What is a good Christmas gift for a 2-year-old?
- A toy kitchen with play food, a play tent or bath squirters are reliable picks. Toys that let a two-year-old pretend or move around usually get more use than ones that only light up.
- Are sippy cups a good gift for a toddler?
- They make a practical stocking stuffer or add-on gift, especially in fun colours. Pair one with a toy so the gift still feels exciting to open.
- At what age do kids start using a toy kitchen?
- Many children start enjoying pretend cooking around 18 months to two years, and the interest often lasts well into the preschool years, so it gets used for a long time.