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The Best Educational Toys for Toddlers and Preschoolers

December 17, 2019 by Julie 16 Comments

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Older toddlers and preschoolers are in a very special part of their lives – everything is a toy, it is always playtime, and everywhere is an opportunity to learn.  Being this age is so much fun, and learning through play is the best way to build young minds. What are the best toddler toys? Toys that help with toddler development of course! We love critical thinking toys for toddlers!

Getting educational toys for preschoolers and toddlers also keeps them occupied longer as these are active toys that engage their imaginations and they don’t get bored as quickly as with passive toys. So not only is the little one learning and benefiting, the mom gets a break, too. Win-win! I love learning toys for toddlers! They are also the best non-electronic toys for toddlers and preschoolers since they typically encourage open-ended play.

Here are some wonderful STEM toys and educational toys for 2-year-olds and 3-year-olds to help enrich the minds of toddlers and preschoolers while giving their little bodies something fun to do. Here are some of the best learning toys for preschoolers and toddler thinking toys.

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Board games and puzzles help build critical thinking skills. Plus, they can be fun to do together with our children! Here are some ideas.

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STEM and Educational Toys for Building

Building toys, such as blocks, are wonderful for little minds and tiny hands. Not only do they help build motor skills, but these activities develop critical thinking as well. STEM for the win!

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You know I’m a huge fan of STEM toys for toddlers. Check these out! These are gears like blocks in a rainbow of various shapes and colors to sort, count, stack, build & create with their imagination.

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Educational Toys that are Active

Toys that promote movement and active playtime are great for tiny people. They not only help build coordination and motor skills but are also good for fitness.

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Educational Toys for Pretend Play

Pretend play is very important for tiny minds. They mimic us adults so much at this stage, and it is fun to watch them invent realities to act out.  Toys such as play kitchens, dress-up, puppets, play medical kits, etc. are wonderful for preschoolers. These activities also help build language skills.

 

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What do you think of these STEM and educational toys for preschoolers and toddlers? What are some of your favorite toys to stimulate your child’s imagination and learning?

 

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  1. Amy Marohl says

    April 6, 2018 at 5:55 am

    The mop, broom and cleanup set is adorable and I love that it has a little stand to keep everything tidy looking. Where do I get a grown up stand to keep my broom, mop, etc. tidy?

    Reply
    • Julie says

      April 6, 2018 at 7:14 am

      Right? I want one like that too! Mine just fall over in the pantry.

      Reply
  2. Barrie says

    April 5, 2018 at 4:05 pm

    I LOVE STEM toys or any toy that is fun for kids but also great for creativity and learning. Blocks were always a favorite here!

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    • Julie says

      April 5, 2018 at 4:45 pm

      I love that we’re seeing subscription boxes with STEM projects too!

      Reply
  3. Lauryn R says

    April 5, 2018 at 2:01 pm

    I love wooden toys and blocks! There is just something about them. 🙂 I would love to get my kids the Monkey Balance Board, that sounds like fun indoor exercise! Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
    • Julie says

      April 5, 2018 at 2:06 pm

      I agree wooden toys are great and nostalgic too

      Reply
  4. Haddie Lyons says

    April 5, 2018 at 9:25 am

    Can’t go wrong with blocks! We also love the broom and mop set, so good to give them their own tools since they are naturally interested in helping out!

    Reply
    • Julie says

      April 5, 2018 at 9:44 am

      Love that idea! Tools are a fun practice play.

      Reply
  5. Shiree | Confessions of Parenting says

    April 4, 2018 at 8:20 pm

    I love having puzzles around for my kids to do. We have a vast amount that caters to all the different age levels in our home. This is a great list!

    Thanks for joining #WanderingWednesday! 🙂

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  6. Alicia says

    April 4, 2018 at 3:48 pm

    Always love to think of what will help my kids brains while they are having fun!

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  7. Julie Nelson says

    January 27, 2017 at 6:56 am

    Hello Julie, Board games and puzzles are very helpful to build a mind and thinking skills for our children. I think this is a great way to grow up mind of little kids. Thanks for sharing these tips.

    Reply
  8. Audrey says

    December 8, 2016 at 12:30 pm

    The shopping cart was a huge hit with my son and his cousins. And they still love dress up.

    Reply
  9. Tina says

    December 6, 2016 at 10:35 pm

    I am 37 and I still love toys almost as much as my kids… or maybe more ?

    Reply
  10. Andrea | Messy Nest Mama says

    December 6, 2016 at 6:38 pm

    I love the learning toys! I am a big fan of Melissa & Doug toys as well. Great list for little ones!

    Reply
  11. Stefani @ Crafty Christian says

    December 5, 2016 at 11:34 am

    This is an awesome list! I love educational toys, it makes me feel better about letting them play with them for hours 😉

    Reply
  12. Nikki C says

    December 5, 2016 at 9:45 am

    I really love the counting toy and my son would love anything he can build things with.

    Reply

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