Best toys/activities on Reddit
102 reviews from r/beyondthebump, r/moderatelygranolamoms, r/SAHP and 18 more subreddits
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#1
Amazon
4.9
(12)
"Indestructible books."
"A huge array of squishy balls that my kid enjoys daily!"
"Great for sensory seekers, my kid loves it!"
"We also have a wooden carrot pull game that she loves off Amazon. Great for coordination."
"We have one of those silicone popper/bubble wrap toys and a Book of Mormon Quiet Book we found on Amazon. Among all the other toys we've brought to Church for our son, those are the two by far that we've gotten the most mileage from as far as sitting quietly in the pews goes."
"We have one of those silicone popper/bubble wrap toys and a Book of Mormon Quiet Book we found on Amazon. Among all the other toys we've brought to Church for our son, those are the two by far that we've gotten the most mileage from as far as sitting quietly in the pews goes."
"My cats go nuts for the spring toys. They are super cheap and by far their favourite toy."
"Another great toy for a 2 year old."
"A fantastic toy that can be introduced early."
"A good sensory toy that can be beneficial for children."
#2
Kong
4.3
(6)
"Kong is a good brand."
"I recommend the Kong purple wobbler because it's hard for them to force the food out."
"Great treat that stimulates the mind."
"His favorite toy bar none is a Kong 'wubba.' He's learned how to throw it so he plays fetch with himself sometimes."
"Kong makes durable toys that withstand my cat's chewing."
"The cat toys were demolished quickly, raising concerns about swallowing pieces."
#3
N/A
4.6
(5)
"Homemade posters with the alphabet and favorite words are a great way to incorporate learning into daily activities."
"My son loves the sticky note match game, it's a fun way to learn letters!"
"Dotting numbers with bingo dot makers is a great interactive learning activity!"
"Bathtub markers are fun and engaging for kids, especially during bathroom visits."
"Alphabet fridge magnets are a creative way to encourage learning in a high traffic area."
#4
Fisher Price
5.0
(4)
"Our boy loves his Fisher Price scooter and this other car. They have handles and he uses those to push them around rather than ride on them."
"He gets going really fast, lol."
"Fisher Price slide to put into a kiddie pool."
"Her faves for the last several months are stacking cups, stacking rings."
#5
VTech
5.0
(3)
"Books that sing or have musical buttons to push- I have found at Goodwill used or Target new (v-tech is the brand we have)."
"This toy is great because it asks questions, plays music, teaches letters and words, and reads stories."
"This drum set is his favorite because it has drumsticks and different sound settings."
#6
BarkBox
5.0
(3)
"When the tank ones get too small, you can microwave them for a puffy crunchy treat."
"My puppy loves the fabric-covered hard rubber toys and the treats that come in the box."
"Bully sticks and yak cheese chews are great too, especially with supervision."
#7
Crayola
5.0
(3)
"They have twist up crayons and colored pencils."
"They have twist up crayons and colored pencils."
"Dry erase crayons clean off of surfaces easier than regular crayons."
#8
Nugget
4.7
(3)
"The Nugget couch is perfect for toddlers to jump and roll around on, providing great cushioning for their active play."
"Nugget couches are great and can be adjusted to a variety of setups for jumping, bouncing, and climbing."
"Great alternative to trampolines for young kids."
#9
Melissa and Doug
4.7
(3)
"Some fun activities like popsicle molds or outdoor science experiment kits could be good if you’re looking for additional ideas."
"I love all of the Melissa and Doug wooden toys. No lights, sounds, or batteries required and they last forever."
"I would say a push toy like the Melissa and Doug alligator one."
#10
Lovevery
4.7
(3)
"My 7 month old LOVED the most recent Lovevery box. There’s a Montessori ball drop toy that she’s obsessed with."
"Great for developmental play and learning!"
"A Lovevery box would be nice too - pricey for what it is, but definitely high-quality developmentally appropriate toys."
#11
Step2
4.3
(3)
"My daughter loves playing in the Step2 playhouse with the fake kitchen sink!"
"Great deal for a fun water table, my son loves it!"
"My son enjoys climbing and going down on his belly!"
#12
Rody
5.0
(2)
"Rody Horse Flybar foam pogo stick."
"We really like our Rody Bounce horse too!"
#13
Fat Brain Toys
5.0
(2)
"The spinners by Fat Brain Toys are fun."
"Dimpl by Fat Brain toys is a go to for us."
#14
BunMo
5.0
(2)
"Perfect for encouraging creativity, building, problem solving and fine motor skills!"
"Kids love them and they're great for both the bath and exploratory play!"
#15
IKEA
5.0
(2)
"The little kitchen with soft foods is perfect for imaginative play."
"The fabric tent is a great addition for playtime."
#16
Apple
4.5
(2)
"This is one of the very few instances I‘d suggest some screen time. Load up a tablet or phone with age appropriate content and take it."
"Coloring apps like Magic Cross Stitch and Pixel Color are also favorites."
#17
One Fast Cat
5.0
(1)
"A cat wheel is a great investment."
#18
Auto Laser Light
5.0
(1)
"I got my cats an auto laser light and they love it."
#19
Flirt Pole
5.0
(1)
"My dog loves his flirt pole in all weather."
#20
Sesame Street
5.0
(1)
"It's very high quality programming for kids' learning."
#21
King Wubba
5.0
(1)
"I second another user about the King Wubba. Our Aussie is obsessed with it."
#22
Water Table
5.0
(1)
"Definitely a water table. It was great last summer when my 1 year old wasn't walking yet."
#23
Bug Kit
5.0
(1)
"Water table, 'bug' kit with kids magnifying glass, a pretend (or real) small garden, a splash pad."
#24
Yoto
5.0
(1)
"We have a long commute to daycare and the yoto player with stories are super helpful."
#25
Etsy
5.0
(1)
"This quiet book is a favorite, and all of the pieces stayed attached unlike others I came across when I was shopping."
#26
Tegu
5.0
(1)
"For our boys, we use magnetic blocks (Tegu), magnetic puzzles (Mudpuppy), a couple small cars each."
#27
Bookywoo
5.0
(1)
"We’ve got one of these felt busy books and it’s incredible."
#28
Manhattan Toy
5.0
(1)
"Manhattan Toy Deep Sea Adventure Wooden Toddler Activity Center with Clacking Clams, Spinning Gears, Gliders and Bead Runs."
#29
Chewy
5.0
(1)
"Chewy muscle plush are the only stuffed toys my bully hasn’t been able to rip apart!"
#30
Little People
5.0
(1)
"My son also loves the Little People farm quite a lot!"
#31
Mega Bloks
5.0
(1)
"My kids love the mega block wagons. We don’t even use the mega blocks, just the wagons for pushing all around 😂"
#32
Bunny
5.0
(1)
"A comprehensive guide with useful links for various types of toys."
#33
Joyhound
5.0
(1)
"Joyhound toys are fantastic!"
#34
Buster
5.0
(1)
"Our girl absolutely loves the Buster Toy Cube with kibble in it."
#35
Leapfrog
5.0
(1)
"Leapfrog makes a ton of talking books that are great for learning."
#36
Baby Bjorn
5.0
(1)
"The Baby Bjorn seat is perfect for keeping my LO entertained while I do chores."
#37
Outdoor Toys
5.0
(1)
"Great for busy toddlers with tons of activities!"
#38
SnugglyCat
5.0
(1)
"My bengals absolutely love laser pointers! It’ll encourage them to run, twist, and jump in different ways."
#39
Finding Nemo
5.0
(1)
"The Finding Nemo play set is a great addition for tummy time!"
#40
Shutterfly
5.0
(1)
"My 13 month old adores the photo book with family pictures!"
#41
Green Toys
5.0
(1)
"My kid went effing bonkers for it at that age, everything just gets loaded up and pulled around."
#42
YouTube
5.0
(1)
"My toddler loves Ms. Moni on YouTube."
#43
Baby Einstein
5.0
(1)
"My LO loves the Baby Einstein mirror!"
#44
Lronbird
5.0
(1)
"It's calming and relaxing, perfect for small homes."
#45
Sodapup
5.0
(1)
"The honey pot is the favorite toy, great for enrichment!"
#46
goDog
5.0
(1)
"I looove these goDog toys I've gotten. We have the flat dragons and Dino’s. So no stuffing."
#47
SmartyKat
5.0
(1)
"This battery-operated toy keeps my cat entertained for hours!"
#48
Pawaboo
5.0
(1)
"My cat loves chasing this toy around the house!"
#49
Custom Board
5.0
(1)
"A busy board, especially if you have a family member who is handy and can make a nice custom one."
#50
Fat Brain
5.0
(1)
"My 8-month-old has loved these stacking cups for 6 months; they are his favorite toy."
#51
Uncle Goose
5.0
(1)
"These blocks are beautifully crafted and perfect for imaginative play!"
#52
Yeowww!
5.0
(1)
"All our cats like them a lot and they’re great quality - can definitely take a beating"
#53
YEOWWW
5.0
(1)
"Cats love these toys."
#54
Target
5.0
(1)
"Great for keeping my 3-year-old busy and calm with exclusive toys for church."
#55
Tylenol
5.0
(1)
"Our Bengals love playing with the red Tylenol bottle cap in water."
#56
Schleich
5.0
(1)
"They’re great to have on gift lists as they’re inexpensive and very detailed."
#57
Licki Mat
5.0
(1)
"Licki mats filled with assorted things are a hit, especially when frozen!"
#58
Squeeze Bottle
5.0
(1)
"Using a squeeze bottle to create sniff trails is a fantastic idea for enrichment!"
#59
PicassoTiles
4.0
(1)
"The two things I'm considering most are: a drawing board."
#60
Lego
4.0
(1)
"Lego sets are super overpriced now, maybe try going on eBay and finding some assorted Lego for a decent price?"
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