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Whether you’re gift hunting for christmas, birthdays, or simply any occasion, we’re sure you’re going to find the perfect gifts for 2 year olds with the help of this list. We’ve done the hard part for you – we’ve narrowed them down to find the most fun and entertaining gifts of all.
Uenjoy Electric Ride On Car
From the futuristic, sleek design to the LED flashing lights, this car is the best gift for 2 year olds who love to be on the move. Remote controlled or kid powered, this sports car has a USB port in the dash for their own tunes, and real engine sounds.
Step2 Thomas the Tank Engine Up & Down Roller Coaster
No Thomas the Tank Engine fan could possibly go without adding this Up and Down Roller Coaster to their train collections. It has over 9 feet of track, making for a seriously fun ride – you know that once they’ve reached the end they’ll be straight back up to the top to start all over again, weee!
Digger Scooter Ride-on Excavator
Give them three times the fun with this 3-in-1 ride-on toy. Bright yellow to match a real construction site vehicle, this ride-on can be converted from a digger to a scooter, and a pulling cart. With three tools concealed under the seat, it even features lights that flash to the music.
My First Crayola Touch Lights Musical Doodle Board
If they love to finger-paint but the mess puts you off, give them My First Crayola Touch Lights. Designed to be drawn on with fingers, this clever doodle board will light-up to show the design they have made in one of 12 chosen colors, and even comes with 6 singalong songs.
Fisher-Price Little People Sit 'n Stand Skyway
At 3ft tall this toy is for sure going to get your toddlers up and active as they watch the toy cars race down the loooong winding track right to the bottom where the gas station is, so they can fill up and do it all over again! It can also be converted to a sit-at roadway.
Diy Science For 2 Year Olds
Encourage an interest in science with one or more of the 30 incredible experiments in this blog post, which can be carried out at home with items you probably already have in the kitchen.
Step2 Up & Down Roller Coaster
Give them a taste of the thrills and spills of theme parks with this sweet Step2 Up & Down Roller Coaster. The four piece track is easy to store away, and comes with a high-backed coaster car and steps up to the platform, so they can access the car themselves.
Sesame Street Elmo's On the Go Letters
Children, toddlers especially, are infatuated with everything Sesame Street and of course, everybody’s favorite character is the lovable and funny, Elmo. Now kids can learn with Elmo on the go with this alphabet carry-case – it comes with the whole alphabet that children can snap in and out of their places while learning their sounds.
NATIONAL GEOGRAPHIC Balance Stepping Stones
The most valuable toy kids can have is their imagination, but a few props can take it to another level. These 10 stepping stones from National Geographic can be used in a myriad of ways as kids jump across ‘rivers’, be ‘frogs on lily pads’, and even navigate ‘shark infested waters!’
Letter Of The Week Craft
Teaching the alphabet needn’t mean learning to recite by heart, as these ‘letter of the week’ activities show. Just print out the letter and follow the simple activity instructions.
Tunnel and Ball Pit
Give him all the fun of the soft play area without having to leave home, with this tent and tunnel playset. Designed to hold 400-600 balls, this set includes a ball pit, triangle tent, and a square tent, which are all connected with three colorful crawl tunnels for safe exploration.
Montessori Busy Board for Toddlers
Perfect for travelling or those times when you have to wait around, this sensory board will keep them absorbed for hours. Made from smooth wood, this Montessori board includes laces, latches, levers and locks, as well as zippers, cogs, and switches for busy hands to work with and explore.
Diy Mr. Potato Head Quiet Book
Here’s a funky page idea for your little ones own DIY quiet book – they’ll love using their huge imaginations to create funny faces on Mr. or Mrs. Potato Head. The page is lovely and simple for you to make, and there’s no need for any fiddly velcro either as the felt pieces stick together naturally.
Radio Flyer Chestnut Plush Interactive Riding Horse
When you see ‘Radio Flyer’, you know you’re getting something special, and this stunning interactive riding horse does not disappoint. Soft and huggable, it features 3 levels of riding and realistic sound effects.
Power Wheels Thomas & Friends Ride-on Train with Track
With 18 feet of easily assembled track, this talking Thomas Train will keep them amused for hours. Suitable for indoor use only, this smart train will reach speeds of up to 1MPH on the track, or double that if it’s used to navigate a flat surface on its own.
Little Tikes Trampoline
Sometimes, all 2 year olds need to do is burn off some of that tireless toddler energy, and what better way to do it than with a trampoline? Ideal for use indoors, this Little Tikes bouncer features a 26.25” high handle so they can hold on as they bounce their energy away.
Playskool Sit n Spin Toddler Toy
Keep them active but in one place with the Sit ‘n Spin by Playskool, which enables them to control their direction and speed by pulling and pushing the stationary top wheel.
RC Police Car and Race Car
Start them young with a taste for remote control cars by giving them these cool RC vehicles. Specially designed for younger players, these cars (a police care and a race car) feature removable drivers and fun lights and sounds, and operate on different frequencies so they can be played with together.
Retro Music Box Record Player
If you’re a fan of old-fashioned toys, take a look at this Fisher Price retro music box record player. Based on the classic design, this music box comes with 5 ‘records’ featuring 2 classic songs each, including Twinkle Twinkle Little Star, Humpty Dumpty, and Hickory Dickory Dock.
DIY Toddler Bean Bag Chair
Over on thewifeinprogressblog.com you’ll find this snazzy DIY on how to make your child their own bean bag chair. The tutorial is super easy to follow, so it’s great for beginners. You could even match the bean bag to your decor by finding a similar fabric. What’s better than a comfy craft make?
Diy Cloth Memory Game
With this tutorial you can make your little one their own fun game of Memory. We all know that game, but if you need a ‘memory boost’ here’s how you play: you place all of the cards picture down and you flip them to match the pairs; the first to match the most pairs, wins.
Safari Animal Figurines
They can build their own world of fun with this massive playset. The best gift for 2 year olds who love animals, this set includes a large zoo play mat, 12 safari animals (including a giraffe and an elephant), and various trees to dot around to make it even more realistic.
Bestie Beanbags
Whether it’s through tiredness or tantrum, this blue monster beanbag can take the strain. Filled with polystyrene pellets, its mouth is ready and willing to provide a safe haven for your little one.
Step2 Charming Cottage Kids Playhouse
The role-playing possibilities really are endless with the Step2 Charming Cottage – at the end of the day they can sit by the pretend fireplace and relax after a tiring day full of games and pretend play. The cottage’s window planting boxes can actually be used for real plants and flowers, too!
CUTE STONE Pretend Play Kitchen Sink
The kitchen offers a wealth of play opportunities, but it’s not always child-friendly. Give them their own with this fantastic kitchen sink and cooking stove. With real running water, cooking sounds, food, utensils, tableware, and actual steam, this little set will make a fabulous gift for 2 year olds.
3-in-1 Sprinkler and Splash Pad
Keep them cool and learning all summer long with the SplashEZ 3-in-1 sprinkler for tots aged 12 months and above. Filled with adorable animal pictures and letters of the alphabet on the bottom, the Splash EZ features several sprinklers which shoot water into the air while the kids play underneath.
Fisher-Price Grow-With-Me Trike
‘Miles of smiles’ are guaranteed with the Fisher-Price Grow-With-Me Trike. It’s made with purposefully thick handles and pedals for comfort and ease, and not only that but the bike ‘grows’ with your child, too, as there are 2 different height settings for the seat, and removable pedal-blocks for a smoother foot-to-pedal adjustment.
Diy Magnetic Felt ABC's
Create your own adorable felt ABC’s by following this DIY tutorial over on the lovely Hellobee blog. You can even add magnets to make a softer, prettier and safer version of the classic magnetic fridge magnets. If you don’t feel like making the whole alphabet you could just make a unique name sign.
GiBot Toddlers Crayons Palm-Grip Crayons
These finger crayons are perfect for toddlers’ little hands, as they have palm-sized balls for them to hold onto as they scribble away and watch colors appear all over the paper. The crayons are also brilliant for development as not only will they learn about colors but the crayons are stackable, for even more fun.
BRIO My First Railway Beginner Pack Train Set
The wooden train track has become such a classic toy with both girls and boys, as they’re durable and so much fun, and they also make a cute piece of furniture when displayed in a nursery or child’s bedroom. There’s just a certain charm that comes with wooden toys that’s just not the same with others.
Diy Pack 'N' Go Kitchen Diy Stove Tutorial
Create your own practical and portable Pack ‘N’ Go Kitchen toy with this tutorial that also includes free printable stove top designs. This is perfect for houses lacking in space as all of the accessories fit inside the tub, and you have no bulky piece of furniture to try and find a space for.
Diy Playdough Soap Recipe
Toddlers are going to love playing with this sensory play playdough soap. You can find out how to make it by following this DIY. After a stressful or busy day the last thing you want is for your children to be making a mess, and with this playdough soap they’ll be scrubbing themselves clean instead – win!
Sticker Names Toddler Activity
Incredibly quick to set up, this activity will keep them quiet and occupied for ages as they carefully cover the letters of their name or other words with colorful stickers.
Radio Flyer My 1st Scooter
Packed with safety features, this Radio Flyer scooter is ideal for first time riders as it features a textured deck for traction, safer turning radius, and a wider base for easier balance.
Little Tikes First Slide
Get those toddlers up and active by enticing them with this irresistibly exciting slide. We all know kids love the simple yet ever so fun game of climbing the ladder, getting on their bottoms and going “weeeeee” down the slide, then doing it all over again! (The ladder can helpfully fold away once playtime’s over, too.)
Climb and Crawl Foam Activity Play Set
When it’s too wet to play outside, let them climb, crawl, and slide their way to nap time with this set of foam shapes which are perfect for indoor play.
Hot Wheels Super 6-lane Raceway
Race tracks can take up a lot of room on the floor, which can make them impractical for many homes. This Hot Wheels Raceway is different, though. With 8 feet of 6-lane tracks to race along, this elevated track, which comes with lights and sounds, can be easily folded and wheeled away.
Pink Unicorn Hopper
An ideal gift for 2 year olds to let off some steam, this inflatable unicorn is fabulous. Available in several magical colors, this blow-up bouncer can actually be ridden as it’s made of durable, thickened rubber to withstand the rigors of mythical adventures as they bounce their way to the winning post.
Diy Liquid Sidewalk Chalk
Making a mess…sorry, art…on the sidewalk is the stuff childhoods are made of, so create a rainbow of squirty chalks which come with a hidden surprise at the end.
VTech Little Apps Tablet
Children will actually WANT to practise their ABC’s with this VTech Little Apps Tablet, as they’ll feel just like a grown up with their very own tablet. With 12 exciting learning activities, a light up digital screen, and games, as well as a numbered keyboard, they’ll be a mini Einstein before you know it.
Munchkin Fishin' Bath Toy
There’s no way you ‘cod’ do ‘batter’ than this gift for your 2 year olds. Make bath time extra fun with this Fishin’ Bath Toy – the aim of the game is to catch all of the fishy characters with the rod, and, once you’ve caught ‘em all, you can throw them back in and start again, yay.
PicassoTiles 60 Piece Set
Picasso Tiles make a stunning change to standard building bricks, thanks to their bright colors and stained glass appearance that lets light shine through. Fitted with magnets so they can all join together, these geometric shapes will let kids spend hours building weird and wonderful creations from buildings to space rockets.
Holy Stone RC Dump Truck Remote Control Car
Beep beep, dump truck coming through! Toddlers are going to have a truck load of fun with this remote control car, with its easy to use 2 button controller; one to go forward and the other to reverse. The dump truck also comes with a handsome little driver character, to help zoom it around.
Bettroom Wooden Recognition Geometric Board Blocks
With this Bettroom wooden puzzle toy, they’re going to be able to develop many skills by learning the colors, and all about a variety of shapes, as well as having to count the pegs to see which pieces fit, so they’ll also be learning their numbers and practicing fine motor skills too – what fun!
Fireworks Painting
If they love the look of fireworks but not the bangs, have them paint their own with this sweet idea, which allows them to paint a sky filled with the prettiest explosions of all.
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