Parents! Check out these cool new toys that every baby or toddler will love.
Disney Princess Remote Control Carriage
$49.97; 3+
Walmart.com
Introducing the Disney Princess Carriage R/C. Place your favorite dolls in the regal coach and off you go. Beautifully designed with swirls and scrolls, the carriage travels forward, backward and even in magical circles. Easy to operate and perfect for indoor and outdoor fun. Get your friends ready for a special adventure.
Bluey 3-in-1 Transforming Plane Playset
$59.99; 3+
Amazon.com
Your little jetsetter's imagination takes flight, sets sail and plays on the beach with this Bluey 3-in-1 Transforming Plane Play Set that can turn into a plane, a boat and a resort. It comes with Bluey and Bingo figures and features more than 25 phrases and sounds to inspire endless playtime adventures.
Tokidos PlayCubes
$149.99 for the system and 3 games
Tokidos PlayCubes
A powerful gaming platform designed to nurture screen-free curiosity and fun.Games include math, logic, music, trivia, interactive stories and among other, meeting the vast majority of stimulation needs of young children. PlayCubes are a must-have for any family that wants to stimulate and nourish their children’s curiosity and engage them with enriching content and stories.
New Sprouts! Farm to Table Fresh Market
$29.99; 18 Months+
https://www.amazon.com/Learning-Resources-Sprouts-Kicthens-Accessories/dp/B0CSH56GYD
Discover a fresh and delicious take on play food! Kids can explore the ingredients for an imaginative feast with this 27-piece set's veggie crate, berry container, cutting board, two-piece eggs, and realistic food pieces. Durable, wipe-clean plastic pieces are ready for years of play.
Pop-Up Ball Pit
$24.99; 9m+
Infantino.com
Introducing the ultimate fun zone for your little explorer - this spacious 35" pop-up ball pit, complete with 50 vibrant, colorful balls. Designed for easy setup, it folds and unfolds in seconds, making it the perfect companion for both indoor playtimes and outdoor adventures. The included storage bag ensures hassle-free travel, so your child's favorite play area can come along on trips, ensuring entertainment wherever you go. With its bright, cheerful design, this ball pit is not just a source of lots of fun but also encourages motor skills development in a playful environment.
Pink Paradise Tracks OR Dinosaur Dash Tracks
$49.99; 3+
https://usatoyz.com/products/usa-toyz-pink-paradise-adventure-tracks-225-piece?srsltid=AfmBOoqTW2JNb6bNLon40ZXTzUj_RwK5WcRj68mwZl_OJZkxh0dv1XZM
Dive into the excitement with 225 pink snap tracks and an additional 200 tracks for extended playtime fun. Construct a vibrant landscape with features like a windmill, bridge, and billboard, and add depth with a pathway door, road arches, and small billboards. Race through your creation with two cars and complete the immersive experience with four trees and four road signs.
Disney Junior Mickey Mouse Ready To Race Garage
$49.99; 3+
Target.com
This 18.5-inch-tall playset comes with 18 pieces including Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse toy vehicles, a 3-story garage, 6 track pieces, a gas pump, 2 traffic cones, a barricade, a barrel, a stack of tires, and 3 signs. The garage features lights, sounds, a working elevator, a spiral ramp, a mechanics’ station, and a car wash. Kids will have fun filling the car wash with cold water, then squirting vehicles to reveal a color change. Fix cars on the working lift. Send repaired cars down the spiral ramp. Move the elevator up or down to activate lights, sounds, and phrases.
Disney Junior Minnie Mouse Bowdazzling Yacht Playset
$29.99; 3+
Target.com
Climb the ramp and have fun with Minnie Mouse and Daisy Duck articulated figures, Snowpuff, and bonus Cream Puff and Phoebe figures. Find 10 accessories – an umbrella, juice bar, slide, wave rider, speedboat, hammock, 2 lounge chairs, and 2 juice cups. Fill the pool with ice cold water and dip both figures to see a cool color change. Press a button on the deck to activate sounds, phrases, and rainbow lights in the pool and the disco ball. Ride Minnie Mouse’s wave rider, explore on a speedboat, or swing in the hammock with a cool drink.
Connetix Transport Pack
$95; 3+
Amazon.com
Designed with vehicle enthusiasts in mind and available in both pastel and rainbow, this pack takes magnetic tile play up a gear. Featuring our iconic reversible transport base in light grey, two clear motion bases with real rubber wheels, plus a range of magnetic tile shapes, the CONNETIX 50 Piece Pastel Transport Pack allows you to imagine and create endless vehicle designs.
Morphle Magic Pet Mobile Playset
$29.99; 3+
Amazon.com
The pet mobile moves on wheels that really roll, and opens to reveal a colorful play space with a chair, a bed, and a monitor screen. Discover a spinning pod wheel and kid-powered pet shower. Fill the tub with ice cold water. Dip the 1.34-inch-tall Morphle in the tub, and immerse in water. Bubbles appear on his body. Pose the 2-inch-tall Mila figure in lots of poses. Collect extra pods from Morphle Collectible Magic Pet blind capsules (sold separately) to use with the spinning wheel.
Gabby’s Dough House
$29.99; 3+
Amazon.com
Open the doors of Gabby’s Dough House to reveal multiple activities including a paw-some dough press, crafty-riffic kitty mold maker, Mercat character mold, and other dough tools and accessories. When you’re done, everything fits neatly inside the handled house for easy storage and portability.
AlphaPals Backpack Set
$175; 3+
AlphaPals.com
The Alphapals Backpack Set is a cozy, cuddly backpack full of wonder and play. The soft plush backpack has breakaway Velcro straps, front flap with snap closure that includes 26 individual mini rainbow plush letters hidden inside. Fully lined to help keep its structure, the backpack set goes with your child everywhere from your living room to the playground, school and beyond.
The Very Sunny Day! Book and Musical Bubble Wand Sound Book Set
$17.99’ 3+
Amazon.com
Press 5 buttons to play music while you blow bubbles. This box set includes a board book featuring beloved artwork from the World of Eric Carle and a 5-button bubble wand that plays music. Lyrics are printed in the book, so your little ones can read, sing along, and blow bubbles.
Adventure Helicopter
$59.99; 3–8 yrs.
LakeshoreLearning.com
This game-play ready helicopter is a thrilling way to get kids excited for play, and offers a surplus of opportunities to explore different moving parts, like the sliding side door, rear cargo door, cyclic joystick, and a rescue stretcher complete with a real, working winch. Helicopter is light weight for kids to simulate flight all around, indoors and outdoors, encouraging imaginative play. Accompanying figures can even “snap” right into their spacious cockpit seats to prevent damage during flight, or move about the interior. Comes with a hovercraft for even more opportunities for play and provides endless chances to build friendships and grow creativity!
World of Eric Carle: Quiz It 4-Book Set and Smart Pen
$29.99; 3+
Walmart.com
Touch the stars with your Quiz It Pen to answer questions and hear whether you got them right. Watch the Quiz It Pen light up with each answer! The 4 illustrated spiral-bound books keep little ones engaged and eager to learn. Includes more than 300 questions to help your child explore the world around them. Covers preschool concepts like letters, numbers, colors, shapes, Spanish words, animals, and more.
My Fun Set (launching 11/1/24)
$86; 2+
https://simplyfun.com/
Prep little learners for preschool with three toddler-aged toys and tools that encourage hands-on, mess-free fun for children ages 2 and up. My Fun Day is a colorful, wooden activity board that teaches the months of the year, days of the week, the four seasons, and telling time. My Fun Buddy Book is a cuddly cloth book that inspires imagination and sensory development. My Fun Shapes is a set of 30 colorful wooden blocks that foster color and shape recognition while simultaneously supporting fine more skill development.
Stanley Jr. Battery-Operated Chainsaw: Deluxe Power Cut, Safe, Imaginative Plant Cutting Fun for Kids
$29.99; 3+
https://www.red-toolbox.com/product/battery-operated-chainsaw-stanley-jr/
Designed with safety and fun in mind, this battery-powered Chain Saw brings the thrill of construction right into the hands of aspiring craftsmen. With its realistic design and functionality, this Chain Saw offers an immersive experience without compromising safety. Powered by easily accessible AA batteries, it delivers authentic Chain Saw action without the need for cords or electrical outlets, making it ideal for indoor and outdoor play.
My First Instant Camera PAW Patrol
$66; 4+
WEB
This easy-to-use camera includes three different functions in one device – a digital camera, instant printer, and a video camera! Use the back or front facing lenses to capture photos or selfies. Switch to the video function to have fun recording videos with your friends. You can even choose between multiple Paw Patrol™ themed effects to add onto your photos. Fun filters with favorite PAW Patrol pups: Chase, Marshall, Rubble, Skye and more. Must have for all Paw Patrol fans. The thermal printing capability means no ink and no film! You’ll always be ready to capture and print a fun memory. Personalize your photos with markers and trendy stickers to hang on your wall or locker.
Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Bungalow Shape Sorter
$19.99; 2+
Amazon.com
Comes with six colorful blocks for kids to sort using the bungalow roof. Each block features a neighborhood friend's face, a unique color, and a special shape. Shapes include heart, star, triangle, circle, square, and Daniel. It opens for a full diorama play space, clicks shut and has a carry handle for quick clean up.
Gabby’s Dollhouse Party Room Playset
$29.99; 3+
Amazon.com
This cat-tasticly colorful playset features two characters including Gabby in her new skate party outfit and new character, Marty the Party Cat, balloons, a skating rink, that both figures can really skate on, and so much more.
Get Ready for Phonics Spin & Learn
$19.99; 18+ Months
LeapFrog.com
Send kids on an interactive word-sound journey to boost vocabulary skills. Pressing the big red button sends engaging lights around the pictures. When the lights stops, kids will hear phrases that help build early reading skills. Press a light-up button next to a picture to make connections between what is seen and heard. Sss. Sss. Sun! Ten easy-turn pages feature colorful illustrations, like a small snake under a smiling sun, a cat in a castle, a yeti with a yo-yo and more. Four modes encourage exploration with early phonics games and activities.
Touch & Learn Dinosaur Book
$27.99; 2+ Years
LeapFrog.com
Dig into the prehistoric world of dinosaurs and discover exciting facts in this dino-mite book! Touch the colorful pictures on 14 interactive pages to explore what dinosaurs are, where they lived, what they ate and more. Dig deeper to hear fun facts and learn how to pronounce popular dinosaur names. Let’s practice saying it together—Steg-O-Saur-Us! Switch to Find-It mode and answer questions by finding the correct pictures throughout the book. Press the music button to rock and roar along to three songs.
Tot Cot Daycare | Preschool Nap Mat
$45; https://urbaninfant.com/products/tot-cot-nap-mat
Let’s face it. Dropping your child off at daycare or preschool is not on most parents’ “bucket list.” We’ve all been there – the drop off sometimes involving tears for child, parent, or both! Leaving your little one throughout the day, knowing they’ll be napping away from home, is a big step. But you’ve got this! Our Tot Cot® nap mat is specifically designed to soften this transition for your child. A great all-in-one alternative to bringing bulky pillows and blankets, your child can waltz in with their perfect bedding to go on their school cot. Winner of the Mom’s Choice Award and the National Parenting Seal of Approval, our nap mat features a removable and 100% machine washable toddler pillow, slim quilted lining, child's name tag, attached premium no-pill fleece blanket, quick roll-up system, and a handle for easy toting!
LeapStart® Learning Success Bundle
$39.99; 2-7 Years
LeapFrog.com
Explore exciting new ways to learn with the LeapStart® Learning Success Bundle™ interactive system. This system with a sleek, new design grows with your child and gets them excited about learning with interactive touch-and-talk pages. Activities that include games, puzzles and creative challenges enhance learning to help kids build math, reading, problem-solving skills and more. The Go! Go! Cory Carson® Cory Carson Superhero School™ book, based on the popular animated series, and an additional activity book are included. The expansive LeapStart® library of books (sold separately) covers a variety of preschool through first grade subjects for 2-7 year olds with more than 30 activities in every book. Many replayable activities have two levels with 50+ key skills per grade level, so kids can play and learn at the right level and move up when they’re ready. Included books are preloaded. The easy-to-hold stylus is comfortable for kids of all ages, promotes proper writing grip and neatly clicks into the cover for storage. Take it on the go using the carrying handle. Windows or Mac computer and Internet connection required to install content; for more details, please visit the LeapFrog website.
Little Tikes Easy Store Slide & Explore
$99.99; 1-3 years
Target.com
https://www.target.com/p/-/A-89194016
This playset is action-packed with loads of play options; a slide, climbing steps with easy-grab stair handles, and collapsible crawling tunnel with peek-a-boo windows. Toddlers and kids stay active as they climb, slide, and crawl. The interactive playset features a rotating telescope with 3x zoom, spinning steering wheel, and multiple clicker bugs for hours imaginative play. As a bonus, the weather-resistant Easy Store Slide & Explore disassembles and packs away for easy storage and transport.
Sizzling Griddle & Grill BBQ
$39.99; 2+
Hape
The BBQ set has everything little ones need to role-play as the grill master and cook up delicious meals including cooking utensils, ketchup, mustard, hotdogs, steak, veggies, and more. Use the grill to sear and fry the sweetly painted accoutrements or remove the griddle and grill grates and spin the kabobs for a BBQ feast. Various, interactive cooking accessories for endless imaginative play.
Mobo Wobo 2-in-1 Rocking Baby Balance Bike
$99.99; 1+
Mobocruiser.com
The unique baby balance bike helps children reach their 3 major milestones: rock, walk, and ride. The rocking feature of the Mobo Wobo teaches your child early stage coordination between hands, arms, legs, and feet. As your child grows, the Mobo Wobo grows with them. With its innovative base, the Mobo Wobo can quickly convert back and forth between a rocking toy and riding toy, allowing your child to learn to ride without the need for a new toy. A sturdy metal frame, high quality bearings, rubber light up wheels, and multiple safety pads ensure a smooth and safe ride.
Potty Pals Baby
$49.95; 1+
MadameAlexander.com
Potty Pals Baby has a drink & wet feature and includes a bottle and diaper that changes color when wet, and her own potty. This beautiful 13” doll is very lifelike and will bring hours of fun and excitement as your child and their baby learn to go potty together.
Lolo’s Funny Autoboat 2-in-1 Stacking Game
$27.50; 1+
us.bababooandfriends.com
The 2-in-1 funny autoboat stacking game promotes fine motor skills in children aged 12 months and over. The fabric flag crackles cheerfully in the wind, and play figure Lolo can be removed. The sturdy play box serves as a lovingly designed "Autoboat Garage" which, together with a coloring sleeve, offers additional play fun.
Care Bears Micro Plush
$3.99–$7.99; 4+
Walmart.com
These adorable little besties fit right into the palm of your hand, and they can’t wait to join you on your next sharing and caring adventure. Keep them in your pocket, your backpack, or just carry them with you - they’ll bring fun wherever you go. Character assortment includes Grumpy Bear, Cheer Bear and many more.
Alphabet Learning Mailbox
$19.99; 4+
LearningResources.com
This friendly mailbox is packed with letter learning fun—math the 26 uppercase and lowercase letter puzzles, then flip them over and solve beginning sounds puzzles. Plus, practice writing skills with the write & wipe postcards. Includes 30 reusable postage stamp stickers.
Strawberry Shortcake 14” Rag Doll
$20; 4+
Walmart.com
Introducing our delightful sweetly scented 14-inch rag doll style soft plush Strawberry Shortcake doll. The best part - the scented hair. MMMM, that deelish Strawberry Smell. Great fashion stylings, a collectible box, high quality plush, and that wholesome, ever so cute grinning/winning smile.
Sky Rider Up & Down Coaster
$159.99; 2+
Step2.com
Prepare for takeoff. The Sky Rider Up & Down Coaster is built for big, high-flying thrills.
Out of This World Fidget Board
$39.99; 3-6 years
www.lakeshorelearning.com
Take kids on an intergalactic journey of sight, sound and touch. This rocket-shaped board is packed with tons of features for kids to explore. From an astronaut slider to a rotating satellite that delights with every spin—each accessory gives kids an engaging way to calm themselves, improve their focus and more.
PAW Patrol Marshall’s Load n Launch Vehicle
$29.99; 3+
SpinMaster.com
Team up with Marshall in his elephant-themed Jungle Pups vehicle for some supercharged rescue adventures. Featuring an epic water projectile launcher, with a unique catapult system to play out exciting PAW Patrol inspired missions. Including a Marshall action figure and storage for all three projectiles, this vehicle is ready for any jungle exploration.
Monster Jam Megalodon’s Loop of Doom
$19.99; 3+
SpinMaster.com
Propel the exclusive 1:64 Die-Cast Megalodon through this epic playset and complete the loop of doom challenge. Featuring an adjustable loop to increase difficulty, you can also store the truck in the crow’s nest when not in use.
Zoo Jamz Doggy Xylophone
$17.99; 1.5-4 years
Amazon.com
Hit the right note with this adorable Zoo Jamz Xylophone, the perfect grow-with-me musical buddy! Start the journey with free play, where budding musicians express artistic creativity as they tap the bars. Then follow along as each bar lights up in sequence, guiding them through the do-re-mi scale. Put on a show! The final step introduces eight songs little ones can learn to play; just tap each bar as it flashes to advance the tune, note by note. Inspire confidence and learn important school readiness skills like following patterns through three progressive levels. Pair with other Zoo Jamz instruments (each sold separately) to bring the band together!
Nest & Count Turtle Tower™
$11.99; Ages: 12+ Months
Amazon.com
Stack them up or nestle them snuggly together, this family of turtles offers four ways to play. Nest the turtles together creating a colorful game of hide-and-seek. Pile on the fun by putting the turtles on top of Mama to build motor skills and see her head poke out for a peek-a-boo surprise. Let’s get rolling! Pull on the cord and watch them wobble as they follow behind. Kids can really count on these turtles with numbers 1-5 on their shells.
4-in-1 Learning Hamburger
$14.99; Ages: 12+ Months
Amazon.com
Build a burger and coordination skills with this colorful stacker. Put each bright layer on the pole and watch the ingredients spin to the bottom. Colorful condiments show color words and feature enticing textures for little chefs to explore. Pop the puzzle pieces out of the center of the burger, onion, tomato, pickle and cheese to discover different shapes and play a game of ring toss. It’s learning made to order! The pieces are made with 85% reclaimed plastic which means less waste goes into landfills.
Explore & Match Sensory Hedgehog
$24.99; 18 mo–4 years
www.lakeshorelearning.com
Children get to make tons of sensory discoveries as they explore this adorable hardwood puzzle. The hedgehog’s “quills” feature embedded textures and visual elements for kids to explore with their hands and eyes. Kids simply choose a “quill” then match it to its corresponding color on the puzzle board.
Kinetic Sand Soft Serve Station
$14.99; Age 3+
https://www.spinmaster.com/en-US/brands/kinetic/
This sweet playset emulates the real-life soft serve experience with the fun of Kinetic Sand. Place the cone under the dispenser and push the sand through to create colorful swirls. Add some sprinkles and extra toppings, then squish and create all over again. You can run your very own ice cream parlor from your home.
Updated: December 2024
