Best Toys for Preschoolers
Toys for preschoolers encourage kids ages 3-5 with developing the ability to talk and communicate in more complex ways, while expanding imaginative play skills to learn to play cooperatively with friends. Some of the best toys for preschoolers often include more challenging building sets, simple board games, dolls, and educational toys. These are some of the most popular toys for preschoolers this holiday season.
Do your children want to play with your iPad? Have you already invested in a Leapster Explorer with several game cartridges? The new Leap Pad by Leap Frog is also compatible with Leapster Explorer game cartridges but allows children to play fun, educational games, learn about letters, take video and pictures, all on their own, durable, portable tablet. Don’t forget to buy a storage case!More »
This newest version of Elmo encourages toddlers and preschoolers to interact, sing and dance along with their favorite Sesame Street character. Elmo comes with a microphone, drums and tambourine, but instruments such as a guitar, keyboard and extra microphone can be purchased as accessories. Not only does Elmo sing some current songs adults will love, he is able to recognize the instruments placed in his hand, and politely engages with your child by asking them to follow directions!More »
This durable camera geared directly for children can store over 1000 photos. With a USB connection the photos can be downloaded and edited on the computer. Kid's these days are definitely intrigued by adult technology at very early ages. This durable camera by VTECH, geared for kids ages 3-9, stores over 400 photos and has a built-in flash and photo editor.More »
Preschoolers now have their own set of Transformers, where they can transform their robots to cars all by themselves very easily! Look for a variety of playsets, such as the Optimus Prime Rescue Bots Fire House that not only provides great pretend play opportunities, but it also comes with astorybook.More »
These tiny battery operated, robotic Nano bugs, come in several different collectible colors. They are designed to act like real bugs! When turned on and placed inside one of their special habitats, the Nano bugs can compete against each other and work together to find their way directly through the different phases of the habitat. This particular set glows in the dark when the lights are turned off and additional Hexbugs can be purchased separately.More »
Since Cabbage Patch Kids were released over 25 years ago, over 1 million dolls have been adopted. These new, updated dolls are 14" tall and have hair that can be styled. There are 12 different styles of dolls that children will be able to chose based on their own individual intrests and personalities such as preppy, playful, sporty, artsy, etc. These dolls include both girl and boy variations.More »
Tired of small cars all over the floor? Why not use 3M Velcro to attach these cool Hot Wheels tracks right on the wall? Along with the starter kit, additional accessory tracks can be purchased to expand the size, fun and stunts.More »
Smokey is best friends with Rocky the Robot Truck, Stinky the Garbage Truck and is the latest addition to the Matchbox Big Rig Buddies gang! This interactive robot tuck, will interact with your preschooler to engage in pretend play to work together with his water cannon to put out fires.More »
In this mobile dollhouse, recommended for kids ages 3 and up, Barbie's camper can sleep 4 dolls. The second floor includes two hammocks. The driver's seat converts to another bed. The kitchen includes seating for 4 and the bathroom includes a toilet and shower. An additional spa pool is also included.More »
These squishy toys live inside plastic bubbles, and different playsets like the Skull Cavern Set provide storage for these small items. This year for boys, Squinkies has developed licenses with Cars 2, Matchbox and Marvel Superheroes!More »
1. Leap Frog Leap Pad
Do your children want to play with your iPad? Have you already invested in a Leapster Explorer with several game cartridges? The new Leap Pad by Leap Frog is also compatible with Leapster Explorer game cartridges but allows children to play fun, educational games, learn about letters, take video and pictures, all on their own, durable, portable tablet. Don’t forget to buy a storage case!More »
2. Let's Rock! Elmo
This newest version of Elmo encourages toddlers and preschoolers to interact, sing and dance along with their favorite Sesame Street character. Elmo comes with a microphone, drums and tambourine, but instruments such as a guitar, keyboard and extra microphone can be purchased as accessories. Not only does Elmo sing some current songs adults will love, he is able to recognize the instruments placed in his hand, and politely engages with your child by asking them to follow directions!More »
3. VTech Kidizoom Camera
This durable camera geared directly for children can store over 1000 photos. With a USB connection the photos can be downloaded and edited on the computer. Kid's these days are definitely intrigued by adult technology at very early ages. This durable camera by VTECH, geared for kids ages 3-9, stores over 400 photos and has a built-in flash and photo editor.More »
4. Transformers Rescue Bots
Preschoolers now have their own set of Transformers, where they can transform their robots to cars all by themselves very easily! Look for a variety of playsets, such as the Optimus Prime Rescue Bots Fire House that not only provides great pretend play opportunities, but it also comes with astorybook.More »
5. Hexbug Nano Glow in the Dark
These tiny battery operated, robotic Nano bugs, come in several different collectible colors. They are designed to act like real bugs! When turned on and placed inside one of their special habitats, the Nano bugs can compete against each other and work together to find their way directly through the different phases of the habitat. This particular set glows in the dark when the lights are turned off and additional Hexbugs can be purchased separately.More »
6. Cabbage Patch Kids Fashionalities
Since Cabbage Patch Kids were released over 25 years ago, over 1 million dolls have been adopted. These new, updated dolls are 14" tall and have hair that can be styled. There are 12 different styles of dolls that children will be able to chose based on their own individual intrests and personalities such as preppy, playful, sporty, artsy, etc. These dolls include both girl and boy variations.More »
7. Hot Wheels Wall Tracks
Tired of small cars all over the floor? Why not use 3M Velcro to attach these cool Hot Wheels tracks right on the wall? Along with the starter kit, additional accessory tracks can be purchased to expand the size, fun and stunts.More »
8. Matchbox Smokey the Fire Truck
Smokey is best friends with Rocky the Robot Truck, Stinky the Garbage Truck and is the latest addition to the Matchbox Big Rig Buddies gang! This interactive robot tuck, will interact with your preschooler to engage in pretend play to work together with his water cannon to put out fires.More »
9. Barbie Sisters Go Camping! Camper
In this mobile dollhouse, recommended for kids ages 3 and up, Barbie's camper can sleep 4 dolls. The second floor includes two hammocks. The driver's seat converts to another bed. The kitchen includes seating for 4 and the bathroom includes a toilet and shower. An additional spa pool is also included.More »
10. Squinkies Skull Cavern Set
These squishy toys live inside plastic bubbles, and different playsets like the Skull Cavern Set provide storage for these small items. This year for boys, Squinkies has developed licenses with Cars 2, Matchbox and Marvel Superheroes!More »