Zoo Backpacks

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Skip Hop

Why We Love It

Get those first school days off to a dino-tastic start with this adorable, durable backpack. Also a great accessory for pretend play.

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Wooden Farm Magnets

Djeco

Why We Love It 

Adorable magnets spark creative play and develop gross motor skills as little ones move them around to create farm scenes. Highly durable.

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Calin Bisou Doll

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Corolle

Why We Love It 

Lightweight, soft, beautiful 12-inch doll for pretend play. Says a few words and makes kissing sounds. Eyes close when laid flat.

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Bunny Peek-a-Boo

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Smart Games

Why We Love It 

This 3D puzzle builds spatial reasoning by having children arrange wooden blocks to match a picture. With 60 challenges of increasing difficulty, it grows with the little one.

22-Piece Farm Playset

Djeco

Why We Love It 

Wonderful early playset includes 8 animals and sturdy cardboard blocks that can be arranged many different ways. Encourages building and storytelling.

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Doorway Puppet Theater

HABA

Why We Love It 

Amazing outlet for dramatic storytelling. Theater hangs in doorway for easy set up (and take down). Just add puppets!

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Flower Garden Build & Spin

Learning Resources

Why We Love It 

Attach gears and characters to board then turn see the cause-and-effect of turning the handle. All pieces mix-and-match. Great introduction to gears.

Tea Set

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Green Toys

Why We Love It 

Durable, lightweight tea set for four encourages pretend play. Made from recycled materials. Dishwasher safe.

Chunky Wooden Block Puzzle

Cubbie Lee Toys

Why We Love It 

A two-step puzzle that builds problem solving and spatial reasoning. Orient blocks in the right direction then arrange to form picture. Nine blocks form six different pictures.  

Up & Down Roller Coaster

Step2

Why We Love It 

Whee! Bring amusement park fun home with you (or out into the yard!) with this three-piece track. Car has high back and handle. Easy setup.

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Teddy's Colors and Shapes

HABA

Why We Love It 

Adorable first game builds color and shape recognition. Quick game with several play options.

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Duplo Box of Fun

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Lego

Why We Love It 

Unlock creativity with this 95-piece set. Wonderful combination of building and pretend play. Including child figures, animals, windows, and a door. Case for easy storage.

Zoo Stack & Pour Buckets

Skip Hop

Why We Love It 

Great for bath or beach! Cute buckets have three different sprinkle designs to engage kids' attention. Small enough for little hands and easily stackable.

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Bowling Friends Playset

Melissa & Doug

Why We Love It 

Soft plastic bowling set makes for a great indoor or outdoor toy. Pins are lightweight but sturdy. Little bowlers build motor skills and practice turn-taking.

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Wooden Train Starter Set

Cubbie Lee Toys

Why We Love It 

High quality, 30-piece wooden train set. Test little conductors' interest without investing in a large set right off the bat. Trains connect by magnet. Compatible with other train sets.

Heart of the Home Kitchen

Step2

Why We Love It 

Compartments! Lots of spaces to explore and plenty of storage. Big enough for two. Comes with cookware, dishes, cups, and a few food items. (Relatively) easy assembly.

Camper Van Playset

Indigo Jamm

Why We Love It 

Camper van, interior table, and detachable surfboard offer a variety of pretend play possibilities. Four peg figures and a dog. Pricey but high quality.

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Wooden Toy Truck & Animals

Cubbie Lee Toys

Why We Love It 

Load up those animals - pretend play ahead! Well made and carefully sanded to create smooth surfaces. 

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100-Piece Wooden Block Set

Cubbie Lee Toys

Why We Love It 

A childhood classic! Little architects exercise open-ended creativity with this beautiful wooden block set.