VTech Sit-to-Stand Learning Walker
An activity panel for sitting babies that becomes a push walker for first steps.
$44.97*See on Amazon
Best Gifts for 1- and 2-Year-Olds
Toddlers want to push, stack, press and copy grown-ups. These are the sturdy, well-loved toys that survive that stage, from first-word books to ride-on cars.
23 gift ideas$9.99 – $62.61Rated 4.3★ and upUpdated Oct 2, 2026
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LeapFrog Learning Friends 100 Words Book
Touch a picture and hear the word in English and Spanish. A bestselling first-words toy.
$19.90*See on Amazon
Ms. Rachel Speak & Sing Doll
Ms. Rachel sings songs and says phrases. A huge hit with toddlers who watch her show.
$24.97*See on Amazon
MEGA BLOKS First Builders Big Building Bag
Big, easy-grip blocks in a storage bag. The classic first building toy.
$14.97*See on Amazon
Sassy Stacks of Circles Stacking Rings
Textured stacking rings for grasping, teething and stacking. Under $10.
$9.99*See on Amazon
VTech Busy Learners Activity Cube
Five sides of buttons, shapes and songs. A small cube that keeps toddlers busy.
$17.24*See on Amazon
Melissa & Doug 100 Wooden Building Blocks
Solid wood blocks in four colors and nine shapes. A timeless toy that survives siblings.
$13.99*See on Amazon
VTech Chomp and Count Dino
A push-along dino that teaches counting, colors and songs. A favorite first dinosaur for toddlers.
$19.97*See on Amazon
Disney Store Lightning McQueen Plush
A soft Lightning McQueen to cuddle at bedtime, from the Disney Store.
$26.99*See on Amazon
Fisher-Price Little People Caring for Animals Farm
A farm playset with animals and sounds for imaginative play from age 1.
$44.99*See on Amazon
iPlay iLearn Press-to-Go Toddler Cars
Press-and-go cars that zoom without batteries. Simple, sturdy toddler fun.
$17.99*See on Amazon
LeapFrog 2-in-1 LeapTop Touch
A toddler 'laptop' that teaches letters, numbers and music. Little ones love copying parents.
$29.90*See on Amazon
VTech Drill and Learn Toolbox
A toolbox with a working toy drill that teaches numbers and shapes while kids 'fix' things.
$20.99*See on Amazon
VTech KidiBeats Kids Drum Set
A small electronic drum set with songs and learning modes for toddlers.
$19.99*See on Amazon
Little Tikes Cozy Coupe
The iconic foot-to-floor car toddlers drive around the yard and the living room.
$62.61*See on Amazon
Kikidex Magnetic Drawing Board
A colorful magnetic doodle board with stamps. No ink, no mess, endless drawings.
$24.99*See on Amazon
Gzsbaby 6-Piece Jumbo Soft Dinosaurs
Big, soft and safe dinosaurs for toddlers who love to squeeze, stomp and roar.
$29.99*See on Amazon
Gotrax KS1 Kids 3-Wheel Kick Scooter
A light-up 3-wheel scooter with lean-to-steer, made for first-time riders.
$37.99*See on Amazon
SEREED Toddler Balance Bike
A light balance bike that teaches steering and balance, the easiest path to a pedal bike.
$44.99*See on Amazon
Gojmzo Montessori Busy Board
Latches, zippers and buckles on one board to build fine motor skills.
$24.98*See on Amazon
LeapFrog Strum and Count Wooden Guitar
A wooden toy guitar that teaches counting and colors while kids strum.
$21.97*See on Amazon
Toddler Basketball Hoop
An adjustable hoop with balls, sized for toddlers and preschoolers.
$39.99*See on Amazon
Water Doodle Mat
Draw with water, watch it disappear, start again. Mess-free art for toddlers.
$24.99*See on Amazon
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