14 Awesome Gifts for Active Toddlers
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Toddlers are ready to tear into some gifts this holiday season! Luckily, we’ve got a list of really special toys for active little brains and bodies. There are so many great products out this year for little ones from 1 to 3 years old, a developmental period when they’re leaving babyhood behind and moving toward the preschool years.
During the toddler years, intellectual, social and emotional changes take the forefront, and physical activity is a must as well.
What does that mean for toys? Pretend play, first and foremost: toy kitchens, play sets, vehicles. Little kids are exploring the world around them, and they also love “realistic” elements like sounds and features included in toys.
Ride-on toys like a tricycle or train and building toys like Duplo are also great for this age. The CoComelon series is big with toddlers, and we’ve got toy tie-ins on this list. Plus, a super-cool magnetic fort kit and Yoto Mini audio player are sure to be huge holiday hits this year.
Scroll on and check out this year’s top toddler toys.