BEST TOYS FOR 1-YEAR OLDS

Let's Celebrate!
One!
Walking. Talking. Giggling. Any way you cut it, it's a major landmark.
Here's to all the loved ones who helped the precious little one (and parents!) get here.
Racing Stripes Push Walker
Hape
Why We Love It
Go speed racer! Little ones can take those first steps in style with this wooden walker. Solid wheel tension and good maneuverability. Excellent for gross motor skills.
Farm Stacking Cubes
Djeco
Why We Love It
Traditional nesting blocks combined with animal figures to boost motor skills and inspire creative play. Stack the blocks then match the animals to their house.
Spin Again
Fat Brain Toys
Why We Love It
This crowd-pleasing stacking toy helps develop eye-hand coordination. The fast spin is an extra (mesmerizing) bonus!
Colorful Bath Squirters
Ubbi
Why We Love It
The great white whale of bath toys: a squirter without the mold (thanks to easy twist-off tops). Littles can mix and match, squirt, and scoop water.
Wheelie Pig
Prince Lionheart
Why We Love It
Soft body, smooth ride. Wheels spin in all directions so littles don't get stuck when they run into things. Easy wipe off cleaning. Oink! Oink!
Grippies Builders, 30-Piece Set
Guidecraft
Why We Love It
These textured rods are well-magnetized for frustration-free building. Allows for open-ended creative play.
Baby Stella
Manhattan Toy Co.
Why We Love It
15-inch, super soft doll with embroidered features, removable clothes and diaper, and a magnetized pacifier. Perfect first doll.
Butterfly Shape Sorter
Janod
Why We Love It
Beautiful wooden toy with butterfly-shaped base builds shape and color recognition and enhances fine motor skills.
First Building Blocks, 150-Pieces
Fisher-Price
Why We Love It
Big, sturdy blocks are perfect size for little hands and stack easily. Fuels imagination and motor skills.
Pathfinder Red Wagon
Radio Flyer
Why We Love It
Classic red wagon has air-tires that help it roll smoothly. Two seats, cupholders, and handle that folds under for easy storage.
Duck Family Stacker
Janod
Why We Love It
Beautiful, well-crafted wooden stacking toy. Develops dexterity and number and color recognition. Stacking rods bend to avoid injury.
First Dump Truck
Green Toys
Why We Love It
Time for some serious construction work! This working dumper fuels imaginative play. Made from recycled materials. Durable and easy to clean.
Little People Songs Camper
Fisher-Price
Why We Love It
Sturdy playset with boy, girl, and many cute critters encourages pretend play. Many songs and sounds (and an on-off switch if you prefer quiet!). Closes for easy storage and transport.
Pull Along Wooden Giraffe
Cubbie Lee Toys
Why We Love It
Adorable wooden giraffe with two feet of string is the perfect companion for new walkers. Cut-out in middle allows littles to grasp and push giraffe along ground.
Pull-Back Town Vehicles
Melissa & Doug K's Kids
Why We Love It
Vroom! Little ones build fine motor skills by pulling vehicles back and watching them race ahead. No worries about crashes, either. It's a lightweight toy with soft fabric.
Farm Animals Chunky Puzzle
Cubbie Lee Toys
Why We Love It
Well made, attractive wooden puzzle. Practice animal recognition as your little one positions the pieces, building eye-hand coordination.
Alphabet Train
vtech
Why We Love It
Great for riding or pushing, this colorful toy train is perfect for little ones on the verge of walking. Includes alphabet blocks, a walkie-talkie, and a storybook that teaches singalong songs.
Elephant Lovey
Gund
Why We Love It
Super cute, 12-inch elephant with moving ears plays peek-a-boo and sings. Amuses and engages little ones while teaching cause and effect.
Wooden Fire Engine Playset
Indigo Jamm
Why We Love It
Beautiful wooden fire truck and peg firefighters encourage pretend play. Figures can ride on ladder or inside engine.
Cozy Coupe
Little Tikes
Why We Love It
Classic ride-on toy. Little storage trunk in back. Cut-out for parents to hold while pushing (and optional floorboard for little tykes). High nostalgia value. Heads up: Fairy involved assembly.
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