I’ve been raising a child for 10 years now, and it’s crazy to think about, but I’m actually an authority on toys for children. play with. (Don’t even get me started on the Nintendo Switch I bought in a truck in 2019.) So, below you’ll find toy gift ideas that my kid has been playing with or has played with nonstop. And I’ve since given them to other parents, with plenty of success. These aren’t the “latest” toys, but they’re definitely toys that kids love, and that’s what matters.
Best Toys to Gift in 2024
| Toys for 0-2 years old | Toys for 3-4 year olds | Toys for ages 5-7 | Toys for ages 8-10 |
Toys for ages 0-2
JOYRACER bumper car
Keep your kids entertained for hours, inside and out, with these bumper cars for ages 1-3. Featuring 3 speeds, versatility for everything from grass to carpet, a dedicated parent remote control mode, and a 5-point safety harness for added safety.
price $89.99 on Amazon (originally $109.99)
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Battat Squishy Stack Roller
I know there are a lot of these types of squishy climbing toys out there, but this one is one of the best-rated and most affordable. Each foam play shape has a different texture, and they are all machine washable.
price: $49.88 at Walmart
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Toys for 3-4 year olds
Best Choice Virtual Play Kitchen
It’s rare to find a toy kitchen that everyone can see, but this one goes above and beyond with its neutral colors, sleek design, and subway tiles. Oh, and that’s right, it’s a kid’s toy… a toy phone, a fridge with writing capabilities, and kitchenware included.
price: $99.99 at Walmart
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Melissa & Doug Band in a Box
If your child loves music – and what child doesn’t? – this “Band in a Box” from Melissa & Doug includes seven wooden instruments and a quick-assemble wooden storage box. There’s also a “deluxe” version that includes 17 instruments and the same handy wooden storage box. (No lie, that box is still in use in our house to this day, just for different purposes.)
price: $17.79 on Amazon (originally $32.99)
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Toys for ages 5-7
SCRIB3D Printing Pen
This ready-made kit for creating and drawing in 3D will keep your child entertained for hours, and even better, it will keep your child occupied for hours. If you want to take this gift to the next level, buy the case that holds all of this handy stuff.
price: $29.99 on Amazon
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Fun Forts Glow Fort Building Kit
Building a fort is fun. Glowing in the dark is fun. Get creative with this glow-in-the-dark building kit, featuring 53 rods and 28 connecting spheres.
price: $34.99 on Amazon
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Toys for ages 8-10
Mattel Universe Wicked Deluxe Doll
Okay, this gift recommendation isn’t verified, but it’s a pretty safe bet. If you want to get ahead of the Elphaba and Glinda craze, get one (or both) of the official dolls from the “Wicked” movie starring Cynthia Erivo as Elphaba and Ariana Grande as Glinda.
price: $39.99 on Amazon
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Harry Potter Gryffindor House Edition 7 Book Set
This is that I’m old enough to read the Harry Potter books, but I’ve seen the movies – we all know the books are always better than the movies (my kid loved discovering scenes that didn’t make it to the big screen). The Sorting Hat sorts out Hufflepuff, Ravenclaw or – Panting – Slytherin for Hogwarts students? Each house has its own edition (but at different prices).
price: $102.86 on Amazon (originally $120)
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